Kingdom of Lesotho: 2007 Article IV Consultation: Staff Report; Staff Supplement; Public Information Notice on the Executive Board Discussion; and Statement by the Executive Director for the Kingdom of Lesotho

International Monetary Fund

No 2008/136, IMF Staff Country Reports from International Monetary Fund

Abstract: Lesotho has made progress toward macroeconomic stability. After recent economic development, diamond production, garment industry, and good performance in the agriculture and service sectors were recovered. The fiscal position and public debt sustainability indicators have improved. Achievement of these objectives will call for an acceleration of the pace of structural reforms with a focus on promoting private sector development, while ensuring strong medium-term fiscal and external positions. The envisaged programs would be key to relieving constraints on growth and enhancing productivity.

Keywords: ISCR; CR; Lesotho; authority; real GDP; surplus; NPV; textile trade regime; recognition of the need; SACU windfall; fiscal strategy; authorities' recognition; exchange rate; Public investment and public-private partnerships (PPP); Africa; Global (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 69
Date: 2008-04-21
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