The IMF & World Bank debt sustainability analyses (DSAs) shape these institutions' advice & financing that they extend to countries. In this new paper, I suggest 4 areas where DSAs can be improved to be an effective tool to manage #publicdebt &facilitate recovery from shocks

📚 Experts agree: the time to reform #IMF & #WorldBank Debt Sustainability Analyses #DSA is now! In our new paper series w/ Jubilee USA Network, Sherillyn Raga of ODI calls for more realistic growth & debt forecasts accounting for economic shocks: bit.ly/3WsHDI5

🆕| Sherillyn Raga examines the critical role of external shock financing in supporting economic resilience in L&MICs hit hardest by crises. Analysis provides insights to strengthen the global financing system & ensure accessible, affordable support to address external shocks⤵️

As the Russia-Ukraine war nears the 2-year mark, our new report w/ African Economic Research Consortium, ERF & PEP - Partnership for Economic Policy examines its ripple effects across African economies.

From commodity markets to currency pressures, explore how the conflict continues to shape conditions on the continent.⬇️

Sharing our new ODI paper
w/ some key lessons fr EM central banks on treatment of physical #climaterisk
☑️ benefits of phased approach w/ clear timelines
☑️ applying the principle of proportionality
☑️ not modifying capital reqts (yet)
odi.org/en/publication…

Join us on 28 Nov for a discussion on aligning #trade & #climateaction to support #Africa 's green development.

Our panel will discuss priorities for #COP28 negotiations, impacts of new #greentrade policies & scaling intra-African markets under #AfCFTA .

➡️odi.org/en/events/afri…

Very pleased to discuss findings of our recent SPARC_Ideas ODI analysis on the role of DFIs in vulnerable contexts together with Somalia's Minister of Finance Bihi Egeh, and Damon Bristow

Link to paper: odi.org/en/publication…

Important discussions at the Global Food Security Summit #GFFSS23 today!

#Fragile countries are at ⬆️risk of food crises, but lack capital to invest in food systems. In our SPARC_Ideas paper, we identify ways for #DFIs to invest in these countries 👉 odi.org/en/publication…

Hope you can join us for this 👇🏻.. coming since the UK 🇬🇧 has announced plans for its own CBAM. Much needed green 🌿trade measures are ⬆️ but who pays💸? LDCs need a green trade boost .Laura Kelly .UN Trade and Development .WTO .Enhanced Integrated Framework

There has been a shocking lack of political action in response to the humanitarian catastrophe unfolding in Gaza.

Leaders must condemn clear breaches of humanitarian law, and both Israel & Hamas must heed calls for an immediate ceasefire.

Our statement: buff.ly/403s2yr

A new ODI briefing setting out 6⃣ debates emerging from the excellent research by African Economic Research Consortium ERF PEP - Partnership for Economic Policy

New ODI briefing released on 6 debates on building resilience in Africa amid Russia-Ukraine war shock. The briefing is based on IDRC | CRDI supported research by African Economic Research Consortium ERF PEP - Partnership for Economic Policy, & wider literature. Link to the briefing & event 👉odi.org/en/events/resi…

Building resilience in Africa is vital amid global shocks.

Join us at the #AnnualMeetings tomorrow – in Marrakech or online – as thought leaders share insights on how to navigate crises and drive sustainable development in Africa.

Sign up: buff.ly/48NPJPe

#AM2023

'𝐃𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐝𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐝𝐢𝐝𝐧’𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞'

Jodie Keane is in the Financial Times today calling for the EU to provide support for nations that stand to be affected by its new #CBAM .

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Great to once again team up with Jubilee USA Network & Columbia's Initiative for Policy Dialogue for a project on #debt sustainability analyses #DSAs in the global financial architecture. Friday's meeting Columbia Business School provided critical feedback. Stay tuned for the forthcoming report.

⏲️DAY 2 of the #CGFODI2023 Conference starts soon!

Join leading experts as they continue examining emerging economic and financial trends, and building resilience.

📄 Full programme: bit.ly/CGF-ODI-Confer…

🔴Watch the insights live: odi-org.zoom.us/j/83335083845?…

⏲️STARTING SOON!

How resilient is the global economy?

Don't miss top scholars, policymakers and practitioners discuss emerging economic trends and building resilience at the #CGFODI2023 Conference.

🔴Watch the insights live: odi-org.zoom.us/j/87308838756?…

How is the #Sahel Conflict affecting countries beyond the epicentre?

Sherillyn Raga, Alberto F Lemma & Jodie Keane examine how economic and security spillovers from the conflict are affecting #CotedIvoire 🇨🇮, #Ghana 🇬🇭, #Senegal 🇸🇳 & #Togo 🇹🇬, and what can be done to mitigate the impact.

📢New reports alert!
Check out our latest insights on #Togo

1⃣Gender equality in Togo - bit.ly/ODIxGenderEqua… (Laetitia Pettinotti &@sherillyn_raga)

2⃣Agricultural and industrial policies for inclusive growth in Togo - bit.ly/AgricInd-Polic… (@Derrick_S_Kamba)

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