Memo: Statement by EC, ECB and IMF on the ninth review mission to Ireland

Staff teams from the European Commission (EC), European Central Bank (ECB), and International Monetary Fund (IMF) visited Dublin during January 29–February 7, 2013 for the ninth review of the government’s economic programme and met with a range of stakeholders. Ireland’s strong track record of programme implementation has been maintained, contributing to substantial improvements in market access and conditions for the sovereign and also – albeit more moderately – for the banks.

EC/ECB/IMF mission teams continued technical discussions with the authorities on the scope for further improving the sustainability of the well-performing adjustment programme. Mission teams also began discussions on how best to prepare for and support a successful and durable exit from programme financing.

• Primary Source

European Commission: MEMO/13/76: Statement by Vice-President Rehn on the conclusion of the ninth review mission to Ireland http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-76_en.htm

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