The delegation, led by IMF official Julien Reynaud, visited N’Djamena from May 4 to May 15 to review implementation of the programme and assess progress towards agreed economic targets.

Reynaud said discussions have moved forward towards a staff-level agreement on the first and second reviews of the facility. Reynaud said further discussions will continue remotely in the coming days.

The ECF supports Chad’s efforts to stabilise the economy and implement reforms aimed at improving public financial management, strengthening governance and supporting sustainable growth.

During the visit, IMF representatives held meetings with a range of government officials and institutions responsible for economic policy and oversight. These included Tahir Hamid Nguilin, Minister of Finance, Budget, Economy, Planning and International Cooperation, as well as senior officials from ministries responsible for mining, finance and public administration.

The delegation also engaged with representatives from the Central African regional central bank, the Bank of Central African States, and key national institutions involved in financial regulation and anti-corruption efforts.

Officials from agencies including the Independent Anti-Corruption Authority, the National Financial Investigation Agency and the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority participated in the discussions. The meetings also included representatives from the National Institute of Statistics and economic planning bodies.

In addition to government engagements, the IMF team met with United Nations agencies and private sector representatives to gather broader perspectives on economic conditions and reform priorities.

The review process forms part of ongoing engagement between Chad and the IMF as the country works to implement reforms agreed under the programme. These reforms are aimed at improving fiscal management, strengthening institutions and supporting economic stability.

–IMF/ChannelAfrica–