Macut receives IMF delegation

BELGRADE - Serbian PM Djuro Macut met on Tuesday in Belgrade with an International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation headed by Annette Kyobe to discuss current macroeconomic trends, the fiscal policy and further cooperation.

"Macut emphasised that the Government remains committed to preserving macroeconomic stability, while strengthening the resilience of the economy and protecting the living standards of citizens," an official statement said.

"The meeting also touched upon global economic challenges and their impact on the region and Serbia, as well as current macroeconomic developments.

The importance of structural reforms, improving the business environment and implementing priority projects to strengthen the economy was particularly emphasised.

It was assessed that the previous cooperation with the IMF contributes to the credibility of Serbia’s economic policy and a favorable investment environment," it also said.

The meeting was also attended by First Deputy PM and Finance Minister Sinisa Mali and National Bank of Serbia Governor Jorgovanka Tabakovic.