Fiscal Year 2026
Capacity Development Activities
Public Financial Management
Assessment of Core PFM Functions
IMF staff completed the first CD visit to Syria in 14 years. This successful joint HQ–METAC mission from October 26-30 engaged senior officials across the Ministry of Finance and the Central Bank and reviewed ongoing reforms, including the introduction of a digital budget platform, plans for a Treasury Single Account (TSA), and steps to improve fiscal reporting. The mission provided practical guidance on finalizing the 2026 budget, advised on steps to strengthen future budget planning, and discussed measures to consolidate government bank accounts and enhance cash forecasting. The authorities expressed strong commitment to continued collaboration, including follow-up capacity development on the preparation of the 2026 Budget, cash forecasting, TSA implementation, and fiscal reporting.
Real Sector Statistics
Developing a New National Accounts Benchmark
METAC conducted two missions in September (in person) and October (remotely) with the Central Bureau of Statistics to start compiling a new national accounts benchmark for 2023, improve GDP coverage and consistency, enhance methodologies, and strengthen statistical capacities. METAC has collaborated with United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (UN ESCWA).
