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The latest in this situation

  1. Department of Finance sought assistance from the IMF to estimate revenue foregone.
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  4. IDB has reopened its Caracas office, signaling renewed engagement with Venezuela.
  5. IMF program drives tax system changes in Pakistan, with Jihad Azour advocating for a fairer structure.

How it started

Protests in Sri Lanka Over Government Policies Tied to IMF Program

37 reports, 11 independent, last reported Nov 1. The briefing below covers this first event.

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What happened

Well supportedReported by 11 independent outlets

The Jana Aragala Vyaparaya (JAV) staged a protest near Parliament in Sri Lanka over proposed legislation, including the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), the Protection of the State from Terrorism Act (PSTA), and the Online Safety Act (OSA). Public resistance led the government to temporarily shelve plans to introduce the PSTA.

From ft.lk

Why it matters

Some supportBrind's analysis of the reports

The protests highlight political friction between civil society and the government regarding structural reforms tied to the International Monetary Fund's program in Sri Lanka. The government's response to public pressure affects its legislative agenda.

From ft.lk

Who's involved

  • governmentThe government whose policies are tied to the IMF program and which temporarily shelved the PSTA
  • International Monetary FundThe International Monetary Fund, whose program mandates the economic reforms

Possible ripples

Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.

How it developed

Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.
  1. Department of Finance sought assistance from the IMF to estimate revenue foregone.Sub-event
  2. IMF demands necessitate tax reform proposal involving the House of Representatives and legislator Gabriel Becerra.Sub-event
  3. JAV protested Parliament over government policies tied to the IMF program.1 source
  4. IMF research highlighted challenges faced by low-income countries.Sub-event
  5. IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva monitors the outlook of a government's fiscal package amid ongoing economic crisis.Sub-event
  6. The IMF evaluated the Albanese government's economic model, leading to accusations of economic mismanagement in Australia.Sub-event
  7. Fayval Williams proposes a wage cap in Jamaica, aligning with IMF goals for fiscal stability, and the IMF establishes legislated fiscal rules for public wages.Sub-event
  8. A country has formed a fiscal council, involving parliament, as a result of the country exiting the International Monetary Fund program.Sub-event
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  1. IMF figures compare Australian spending to other nations.Sub-event
  2. IMF provides framework for government revenue, addressing fiscal challenges in states including Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Telangana, with a committee chaired by Montek Singh Ahluwalia.Sub-event
  3. Việt Nam is seeking strategic policy advisory guidance from the International Monetary Fund for its development goals.Sub-event
  4. A government is seeking approval from the IMF for economic programs while facing youth-driven protests.Sub-event
  5. Government implements fiscal measures agreed with the International Monetary Fund.Sub-event
  6. The IMF is currently reviewing the economies of various countries, including India and Venezuela, and discussing potential aid packages.Sub-event
  7. IMF ranks Japan among world's major economies.Sub-event
  8. IMF conducts Article IV Consultation on Chile, advising the Central Bank to tighten monetary policy and warning the Kast administration on fiscal efforts.Sub-event
  9. A government plan is currently linked to the ongoing review process conducted by the International Monetary Fund.Sub-event
  10. IMF monitors a country's fiscal performance while the government implements reforms.1 source

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