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IMF Extended Fund Facility & Debt Restructuring

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Sri Lanka is executing a 48-month Extended Fund Facility (EFF) program worth approximately USD 3 billion with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), approved in March 2023. Disbursements occur in semi-annual tranches contingent on meeting primary budget surplus targets, tax-to-GDP growth, reserve accumulation, and governance reforms.

Facility Size
~USD 3.0 Billion (48 Months)
Primary Surplus Goal
2.3% of GDP
External Creditors
OCC, China Exim, ISB Bondholders
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Top Headline🇱🇰 Sri Lanka/Hiru News•10h ago

IMF projects Sri Lanka could issue $3 billion in foreign bonds by 2028

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IMF projects Sri Lanka could issue $3 billion in foreign bonds by 2028. Live breaking coverage from Hiru News Colombo newsroom.

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Key Questions: IMF & Debt Deal

How does the IMF Extended Fund Facility work in Sri Lanka?

The IMF reviews Sri Lanka’s macroeconomic performance every six months against quantitative performance criteria (QPCs) and structural benchmarks. Upon reaching a Staff-Level Agreement and Executive Board approval, each review unlocks a tranche of approximately USD 330–350 million.

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