LEBANON (Enmaeya News) - October 15, 2025

Lebanon’s delegation began meetings with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank in Washington on Sunday as international officials urged Beirut to accelerate stalled economic and financial reforms, according to L'Orient Today.

The talks, held on the sidelines of the IMF and World Bank annual meetings in Washington, brought together Finance Minister Yassine Jaber, Central Bank Governor Karim Souhaid, and Institut des Finances head Basil Fuleihan.

The delegation met with IMF and World Bank representatives to review Lebanon’s economic situation and ongoing reform plans.

According to official statements, the meetings were “positive and frank,” with both sides emphasizing the need for progress on restructuring the banking sector and restoring confidence in state institutions.

International officials reportedly welcomed Lebanon’s efforts but insisted that concrete measures were required before further support could be considered.

A World Bank mission is expected to visit Beirut in November to assess the country’s financial and governance systems and evaluate steps taken toward transparency and accountability.

The Lebanese delegation is also expected to hold follow-up meetings with donor countries and development partners to explore ways to secure financial assistance.

The IMF and World Bank have both warned that without structural changes and a functioning government, Lebanon risks deepening its economic paralysis.