IMF Staff Country Reports

Bhutan: 2022 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executive Director for Bhutan

Publication Date:

May 24, 2022

Electronic Access:

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Summary:

The pandemic has had a substantial impact on the economy, straining pre-pandemic gains in income and poverty reduction. The wide-ranging policy measures, including containment protocols, rapid vaccination and booster campaigns, direct income support, and policy support for borrowers and businesses, mitigated the adverse impact on lives and well-being. As the pandemic recedes and in light of the uncertainties from the war in Ukraine, the focus needs to be on securing livelihoods and ensuring strong and job-rich medium-term growth, while minimizing any persistent adverse effects from the pandemic and mitigating risks.

Series:

Country Report No. 2022/146

Subject:

COVID-19 Debt sustainability Debt sustainability analysis External debt Health International organization Monetary policy Public debt

Frequency:

regular