finance.biggo.com · 19 Oct, 18:18 · Finance briefing

UAE Signs Agreement to Host IMF and World Bank Group Meetings in Abu Dhabi in 2029

The United Arab Emirates has formally agreed to host the International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group Annual Meetings in Abu Dhabi during 2029.

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The United Arab Emirates has formally agreed to host the International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group Annual Meetings in Abu Dhabi during 2029. This significant decision positions the emirate as a central hub for global economic dialogue and policy formulation. The event will attract senior policymakers, central bank governors, and financial leaders from across the world. It underscores the region’s growing influence in international finance and its commitment to facilitating high-level discussions on global economic stability, development strategies, and monetary policy for the coming decade.

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