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flag Mozambique's economy faces mounting debt and fiscal strain, prompting IMF calls for urgent reforms amid shrinking financing and rising risks.

flag Mozambique faces rising fiscal and debt pressures, with the IMF urging urgent reforms to stabilize its economy. flag Despite a projected fiscal deficit narrowing to 4.5% of GDP in 2025 from 6.2% in 2024 due to spending cuts, rising interest payments and shrinking financing threaten progress. flag Domestic banks have hit debt purchase limits, and net external financing turned negative. flag The IMF called for wage controls, tax base expansion, better debt management, and greater exchange rate flexibility. flag President Daniel Chapo’s hints at debt renegotiation added uncertainty. flag While the country’s removal from the FATF grey list and a potential LNG project offer hope, risks remain from high debt, security issues, natural disasters, and weak institutions.

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