Dr. Forson's remarks followed high-level discussions in Bangkok, Thailand, on the sidelines of the IMF–World Bank Annual Meetings. He met with Zeine Zeidane, the Director of the IMF's African Department, to reaffirm the government's commitment to fiscal discipline and the reforms driving the country's economic turnaround.
Zeidane commended Ghana's economic performance, stating that the nation is "in a very good place." He specifically praised the country's progress under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) program and its reform efforts in economic management, suggesting Ghana's performance serves as an example for other nations.
Further positive assessments from Zeidane included commendations for Ghana's use of artificial intelligence in customs administration and progress on state-owned enterprises and stock-flow adjustments. The IMF official's optimistic outlook aligns with the upward revision of Ghana's growth forecast, with Dr. Forson emphasizing the government's intent to maintain credibility and discipline to sustain recovery and achieve stronger growth.