AUGUST 18, 2021: IMF Spokesperson Gerry Rice: "As is always the case, the IMF is guided by the views of the international community. There is currently a lack of clarity within the international community regarding recognition of a government in Afghanistan, as a consequence of which the country cannot access the Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) or other IMF resources."

The last Article IV Executive Board Consultation was on December 19, 2019. Listed below are items related to Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.

At a Glance

  • Date of Membership: July 14, 1955
  • Article IV/Country Report: December 20, 2019
  • Outstanding Purchases and Loans (SDR): 374.35 million (December 31, 2023)
  • Special Drawing Rights (SDR): 333.9 million
  • Quota (SDR): 323.8 million
  • Number of Arrangements since membership: 11

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