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Guinea-Bissau: 2022 Article IV Consultation and Third Review under the Staff-Monitored Program; Press Release; and Statement by the Executive Director for Guinea-Bissau

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This paper discusses Guinea-Bissau’s 2002 Article IV Consultation and Third Review under the Staff-Monitored Program. Guinea-Bissau’s economy has recovered well from the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic. Growth is projected to reach 3.8 percent in 2022 supported by a continued strong performance of the cashew sector and a relatively stable political situation. The authorities are committed to pursue fiscal consolidation in line with the 2022 budget objectives to continue securing overall debt sustainability. Sustained and inclusive growth will require strengthening governance as well as revenue mobilization to enable priority and infrastructure spending. High levels of nonperforming loans and a large undercapitalized bank need to be addressed to bolster financial intermediation. Also, diversification is needed to create job opportunities and reduce reliance on the cashew nut sector. Program performance at end-December 2021 toward establishing a track record was satisfactory. The 2022 budget and its execution, and the implementation of the tax reform package approved by parliament supports the envisaged fiscal consolidation path. Downside risks remain, including a more protracted high energy and food prices and pandemic that could trigger social tensions and political instability.

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  • International Monetary Fund, 2022. "Guinea-Bissau: 2022 Article IV Consultation and Third Review under the Staff-Monitored Program; Press Release; and Statement by the Executive Director for Guinea-Bissau," IMF Staff Country Reports 2022/196, International Monetary Fund.
    • Handle: RePEc:imf:imfscr:2022/196
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