Posted 10/16/2023, 1:21:16 AM
IMF Calls for Economic Reforms in Middle East, North Africa to Spur Growth and Opportunity
- IMF urges Middle East, North Africa states to reduce dominance over local economies to boost growth
- Recommends leveling playing field between public and private firms
- Calls for more efficient, targeted social assistance programs
- Says education and training systems need revamp to meet needs of 100 million youth entering workforce
- Suggests tax systems may need redesign to widen base, reduce distortions
