Atlantic Council

The IMF faces a major test at its gathering in Bangkok, where policymakers are weighing how to steady a global economy strained by high debt, elevated interest rates and slowing growth. Analysts, including the Atlantic Council, are watching whether the institution can offer credible guidance to emerging economies in Asia struggling with capital outflows and currency pressure.

The Atlantic Council argues the United States needs a coherent strategy toward the Global South on technology, framing it as essential to American competitiveness. The piece suggests Washington must engage developing nations on digital and tech issues or risk ceding influence to rival powers seeking those markets and partnerships.