IMF raises economic growth forecasts for China and Indonesia

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has upgraded its economic growth forecasts for two major Asian economies. It raised its 2026 growth forecast for China to 4.5% and for Indonesia to 5.1%.

Separately, the IMF is sending a fact-finding mission to Sri Lanka from January 22 to 28 to assess cyclone damage. This mission is part of talks about resuming an IMF financial support program for the country.