PORTSTRAITWATCH
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International Monetary Fund

Strategic Partner & Data Contributor

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is a core partner in the Portstraitwatch initiative. Through this partnership, the IMF provides economic expertise, analytical oversight, and integration with global economic surveillance frameworks.

Role in Portstraitwatch

Economic Surveillance

The IMF uses Portstraitwatch data to monitor trade-related risks to global economic stability and to provide early warnings of supply chain disruptions.

Capacity Development

Supporting member countries in understanding and utilizing high-frequency trade data for better domestic economic policy making.

Key Publications

  • World Economic Outlook: Trade in the Digital Age
  • Working Paper: Nowcasting Global Trade from Space
  • Policy Note: Maritime Resilience and Economic Stability

For more information about the IMF's work on trade and statistics:

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