An IMF delegation led by Deputy Managing Director Kenji Okamura has welcomed what it described as rapid economic progress in Burkina Faso following talks with President Ibrahim Traoré.

According to the presidency, discussions focused on the country’s economic outlook and future cooperation, with the Head of State outlining his government’s policy direction. Mr. Okamura said public finances were stabilising, reforms were advancing, and the macroeconomic framework was strengthening under the IMF-supported programme.

He described the partnership between Burkina Faso and the IMF as stronger than ever, noting that the talks opened the door to broader cooperation, particularly in public administration and structural reforms.

The IMF and Burkina Faso concluded a financing deal of about 32.7 million dollars in November 2025 under the Extended Credit Facility, with the Fund later highlighting improved governance measures and sector reforms as key confidence boosters.