Business News of 2026-10-16
LIVESTREAMED: IMF, World Bank hold 2026 Annual Meetings plenary in Bangkok
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group are holding the plenary session of their 2026 Annual Meetings, bringing together global economic leaders and policymakers to discuss key issues affecting the world economy.
The meetings are taking place in Bangkok, Thailand, from October 12 to 18, 2026.
The plenary is a key part of the week-long meetings, which provide a platform for discussions on global economic growth, financial stability, development financing and other pressing economic challenges.
Further details of the discussions and key announcements are expected as the session progresses.
Story by Mawuli Ahorlumegah, reporting from the 2026 IMF/World Bank Annual Meetings in Thailand, Bangkok
