The IMF announced increased risks to global economic stability.

Increased trade tensions in the world pose significant risks to global economic and financial stability. This was announced on April 24 in a report by the head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Kristalina Georgieva.

"The increased risks of a deterioration in the situation dominate the prospects against the background of escalating trade tensions and adjustments in financial markets. Disagreements and a rapid change in political positions or a deterioration in sentiment may lead to even tougher global financial conditions," the document says, published on the organization's website.

It is noted that this situation increases political uncertainty, which creates significant risks for global economic and financial stability.

The report also notes that a change in the economic situation may particularly affect emerging markets, which will be affected by tightening financial conditions and capital outflows.

"At this critical juncture, countries should work constructively to create a stable and predictable trading environment, and promote international cooperation while addressing policy gaps and internal structural imbalances," the report emphasizes.

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