Interview on Liechtenstein’s possible accession to the IMF

5 Aug 2024 - Interview

In the run-up to the vote on joining the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in September, Andreas Brunhart and Martin Geiger were asked by the Liechtensteiner Vaterland about the potential economic impact on the country.

Joining the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is a political issue with many dimensions. From an economic point of view, however, Liechtenstein’s membership appears desirable as it would increase the country’s economic resilience in turbulent times. On the one hand, possible IMF membership would enable institutionalized access to financial aid in the event of a crisis, which is an important addition to the portfolio of options for such situations. In addition, consultations with the IMF regarding existing risks relating to the resilience of Liechtenstein’s economy and support in building analytical capacities are also seen as beneficial for macroeconomic stability.

«Zu hoffen, dass uns die Nachbarstaaten im Notfall schon Geld leihen, ist sehr gewagt». Interview by Elias Quaderer with Andreas Brunhart and Martin Geiger. Liechtensteiner Vaterland, 3 August 2024
«Wir sind nicht verpflichtet, den IWF in Anspruch zu nehmen». Article by Elias Quaderer. Liechtensteiner Vaterland, 3 August 2024.

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