IMF Approves $1.4 Billion Support Plan for Ukraine

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[Asia Economy Reporter Park Byung-hee] The International Monetary Fund (IMF) approved an emergency loan of $1.4 billion (approximately 1.7195 trillion KRW) to Ukraine on the 9th (local time), Bloomberg reported on the 9th (local time).

The IMF explained that the $1.4 billion approved by the board on the same day will be provided through the Rapid Financing Instrument (RFI). This means that most of the conditions usually required by the IMF when providing funds to support countries were waived.

The IMF assessed that Ukraine's economic growth outlook is highly uncertain and that Ukraine's economy has already suffered severe damage due to Russia's war. It also stated that more than 2 million refugees had emerged in less than two weeks since the outbreak of the war and that major facilities were destroyed, emphasizing the need for support to help the Ukrainian people and reduce economic damage.

The IMF expressed deep sympathy for the Ukrainian people and stated that it will maintain close contact with the Ukrainian government along with strong support going forward.

Prior to the IMF, the World Bank announced a support package for Ukraine exceeding $700 million on the 7th. The World Bank is preparing a $3 billion support package for Ukraine over the coming months and will also provide additional support to neighboring countries hosting Ukrainian refugees.

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