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Inter-American Development Bank Ratifies $10 Billion Country Strategy for Argentina

Initial disbursements of up to $3.1 billion have been approved, with future funds contingent on IMF benchmarks alongside project sign‐offs.

Overview

  • The board formally ratified the 2025–2028 Country Strategy, unlocking a US$10 billion financing envelope for Argentina.
  • Up to US$3.1 billion is slated for 2025, including a US$500 million IMF-linked SDL facility and a transport subsidy efficiency project already executed.
  • The package earmarks US$7 billion for public sector initiatives and US$3 billion via BID Invest to boost private investment.
  • Each tranche of funding will require separate board approval and adherence to IMF program milestones.
  • The strategy supports fiscal reform, economic liberalization and social protection while flagging macro-fiscal, liquidity and political risks.