| Abstract [eng] |
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has been a major source of economic support for developing Asian countries over the past few decades. However, the impact of this support on economic growth in these countries has been a subject of debate among economists and policymakers. This thesis aims to analyze the impact of IMF support on economic growth in seven developing Asian countries, namely Bangladesh, Philippines, Indonesia, Jordan, Nepal, Pakistan, and Vietnam. To achieve this objective, the study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative and quantitative analysis. The qualitative analysis examines the nature of IMF support provided to each country and the conditions attached to it, while the quantitative analysis assesses the relationship between IMF support and economic growth using regression analysis. The findings of the study suggest that IMF support has had a mixed impact on economic growth in the selected countries. While some countries experienced positive effects, others experienced negative or no effects. The nature and conditions of IMF support played a significant role in shaping the impact on economic growth. The study also identifies some of the factors that mediate the relationship between IMF support and economic growth, such as political stability, institutional quality, and the country's economic structure. |
