The IMF is conducting a ten-day assessment of Gabon's economy amidst growing concerns over public debt and potential financial instability.
A delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) started a ten-day visit to Gabon on February 25th to evaluate the countryโs economic conditions and discuss necessary reforms. This visit comes just a month after Gabonese authorities signaled a willingness to engage with the IMF, coinciding with worrying economic indicators that have raised alarms among investors. The IMF's assessment is pivotal as Gabon faces significant economic challenges, including a potential default risk.