structural reforms

Kenya's National Treasury revised its 2026 economic growth projection to 5% from 5.3%, citing easing inflation, structural reforms, and increased private sector investment as key drivers despite global uncertainties.

The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) highlights that food inflation remains the primary threat to household welfare despite a decline in the headline inflation rate. The organization advocates for structural reforms instead of tighter monetary policy to address the issue.

The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) highlights that rising food prices remain the primary threat to household welfare, despite a decline in the headline inflation rate. The organization advocates for structural reforms over tighter monetary policy to address the issue.

Moldova is accelerating its EU membership process amid economic challenges and Russia's hybrid war. The EU has opened the first chapter of accession negotiations and announced a €1.9 billion investment plan conditional on domestic reforms to attract businesses and drive change.

The government secured parliamentary approval for the FY27 budget, which aligns with IMF requirements but lacks meaningful structural reforms. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb emphasized growth potential under stable energy prices, though the budget perpetuates reliance on consumption, remittances, and real estate, with minimal progress on tax system improvements or export-led growth strategies.

Pakistan's Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb emphasized economic planning mindful of external and geopolitical risks during a meeting with UK Parliamentary Under-Secretary Hamish Falconer. Discussions covered regional stability, structural reforms, and strengthening Pakistan-UK economic cooperation.