Lagarde’s exit re-opens debate on who should lead the IMF
Bank for International Settlements chief has called for urgent reform at the IMF to give emerging economies a greater voice and improve the fund’s legitimacy
03 July 2019 - 21:33
Washington — The reshuffle of leadership positions in Europe now forces world finance officials into a search for a new manager for the International Monetary Fund two years ahead of schedule.
After her nomination on Tuesday to lead the European Central Bank, Christine Lagarde has stepped away from post she has held since 2011 and in which she led the IMF bailouts to restore order following the global financial meltdown...
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