(2006-12) Haiti Request for PRGF Arrangement

International Monetary Fund • 2006 • 69 pages

Summary — This country report details Haiti's request for a three-year arrangement under the Poverty Reduction and Growth Facility (PRGF). The report outlines Haiti's economic performance, policy framework, and the proposed program for 2007-2009, focusing on macroeconomic stability, structural reforms, and poverty reduction.

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Key Findings

Haiti has made progress in macroeconomic stabilization and governance since 2004.
The authorities are requesting a three-year PRGF arrangement to support their economic program.
The program aims to achieve sustainable economic growth, reduce poverty, and increase international reserves.
Fiscal discipline and structural reforms are key components of the program.
The report identifies risks related to security, political stability, and external support.

Full Description

This IMF country report discusses Haiti's request for a three-year arrangement under the Poverty Reduction and Growth Facility (PRGF). It reviews Haiti's economic and policy performance, noting improvements in macroeconomic stability, fiscal discipline, and governance since 2004. The report outlines the authorities' macroeconomic goals for 2007-09, including higher per capita growth, lower inflation, and increased international reserves. Key areas of focus include fiscal strategy, financial sector reforms, and other structural reforms aimed at poverty reduction. The report also identifies program risks and access and monitoring arrangements.

Topics

Geography

Time Coverage

2004 — 2009

Keywords

Haiti, PRGF, Poverty Reduction, Economic Growth, Macroeconomic Stability, Structural Reforms, Fiscal Policy, Monetary Policy, HIPC Initiative, IMF

Entities

International Monetary Fund, IMF, Haitian Government, Executive Board, World Bank, Takatoshi Kato, PetroCaribe, European Union, IDB, BRH, National Police, PNH

Notes

IMF Country Report (06-441)