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Argentine to be chief economist of the International Monetary Fund
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Argentine to be chief economist of the International Monetary Fund

From La Nación · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Silvana Tenreyro, an economist from Argentina, has been appointed as the next chief economist and head of the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) Research Department.
  • She succeeds Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas and brings extensive academic and policy experience to the role.
  • IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva praised Tenreyro's intellectual leadership and policy expertise, highlighting her ability to navigate global economic uncertainty.

Argentine economist Silvana Tenreyro has been named the International Monetary Fund's next chief economist, taking the helm of the IMF's Research Department. This significant appointment places her in a role equivalent to chief economist, a position previously held by prominent figures like Stanley Fischer, Olivier Blanchard, and Gita Gopinath.

I am delighted to announce that Silvana Tenreyro will be joining the Fund as our next Chief Economist.

— Kristalina GeorgievaAnnouncing the appointment of Silvana Tenreyro.

Tenreyro, who previously served as a director at the Bank of England, will succeed Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas. IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva announced the appointment, expressing confidence in Tenreyro's capabilities. Georgieva stated that Tenreyro's blend of outstanding academic achievement, extensive public policy experience, and collaboration with international institutions will be crucial for the IMF's analytical work and policy advice during a period of profound global economic transformation and uncertainty.

Silvana is an economist of international renown who combines an outstanding academic trajectory with extensive experience in public policy formulation and close collaboration with major international institutions.

— Kristalina GeorgievaDescribing Silvana Tenreyro's qualifications.

Currently a professor at the London School of Economics, Tenreyro has a distinguished academic record with research published in leading journals and recognized with international awards. She is a member of prestigious academic societies, including the British Academy and the Econometric Society. Her policy experience includes serving as an external member of the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee from 2017 to 2023.

In a moment of profound transformation and high uncertainty for the world economy, Silvana’s combination of intellectual leadership and economic policy expertise will help ensure that the Fund’s analytical work, as well as its multilateral surveillance and policy advice, continue to be at the forefront for the benefit of our member countries.

— Kristalina GeorgievaOn the importance of Tenreyro's role amid global economic challenges.

Georgieva further lauded Tenreyro as an exceptional leader and communicator, known for her collaborative approach and ability to foster rigorous debate. Tenreyro's appointment marks a significant moment, bringing her considerable expertise to guide the IMF's economic research and policy guidance for its member countries.

Silvana stands out as an exceptional leader and communicator. She is widely recognized for her thoughtful and collaborative leadership style, her openness to diverse perspectives, and her ability to build consensus while promoting rigorous debate.

— Kristalina GeorgievaFurther praising Tenreyro's leadership qualities.
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Originally published by La Nación in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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