Historical Events tagged with "international monetary fund"

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Economics & Industry

Former Soviet Republics Join IMF and World Bank

April 27th, 1992 32 years ago

In April 1992, the Russian Federation and twelve other former Soviet republics became members of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank. This significant step aimed to integrate these nations into the global financial system following the dissolution of the Soviet Union. The accession provided these countries with access to financial assistance and resources crucial for economic reforms and development. This move marked a shift towards a more market-oriented economy and was seen as a vital link to the Western financial community.

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