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Ukraine stalls as Western backers lose patience
As the IMF issues something like an ultimatum, the EU shuts down a programme in frustration at Ukrainian inaction
UkraineCash buffer would back up Greece's bailout exit
If Greece’s exit from official lending does not go according to plan it could be buttressed by a ‘cash cushion’
GreeceIMF revises upwards global growth forecast
Domestic politics will likely douse optimistic assumptions about a tax-cut-driven rise in US investment
IMF-World BankRating questions may raise political row in Chile
The World Bank has promised to examine claims that Chile's rankings were downgraded for political reasons
ChilePakistan’s currency devaluation may not spur exports
Islamabad is seeking to redress a deteriorating external balance and dwindling foreign exchange reserves
PakistanMajor Latin American economies will see growth uptick
The three largest economies will rebound somewhat this year, according to the World Bank
Latin AmericaIran’s parliament may weaken new budget reform plans
As the draft 2017/18 budget goes to the legislature, the IMF notes structural economic weaknesses
IranOptimism about Serbia’s economy may be premature
The idea that the economy has turned a corner must be treated with caution because growth remains disappointing
Serbia