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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised concerns over the new tariffs imposed by the United States, warning that the measures could negatively impact the global economy.
On April 2, declared “Liberation Day” by President Donald Trump, he announced the enforcement of a baseline tariff of 10 percent, along with a series of reciprocal tariffs aimed at various trading partners.
In response, the IMF called on countries around the world to de-escalate trade tensions and engage in constructive dialogue.
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva stated that the organization is currently analyzing the broader macroeconomic implications of the new tariff policies.
“They clearly represent a significant risk to the global outlook at a time of sluggish growth,” Georgieva noted. “It is important to avoid steps that could further harm the world economy.”
She also urged the U.S. and its international trading partners “to work constructively to resolve trade tensions and reduce uncertainty.”
Georgieva emphasized that the IMF’s findings will be detailed in its upcoming World Economic Outlook report, which will be released during the IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings.