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UAE Selected to Host 2029 World Bank and IMF Annual Meetings

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The United Arab Emirates will host the 2029 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group in Abu Dhabi. IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva announced the selection on October 19, 2026. The decision to hold the meetings in Abu Dhabi was approved by the boards of governors of both institutions in April 2026.

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Why it matters

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The Annual Meetings serve as an international platform where central bank governors, finance ministers, and private sector representatives discuss global economic prospects, financial stability, and job creation. This hosting role reinforces the United Arab Emirates' position as a global financial hub.

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Who's involved

United Arab EmiratesThe country selected to host the 2029 Annual Meetings
World Bank GroupOne of the international organizations hosting the 2029 meetings
International Monetary FundThe international financial institution hosting the 2029 meetings
Abu DhabiThe city in the United Arab Emirates selected as the host location
Kristalina GeorgievaThe Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund

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