Head of IMF shares message of support for China

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The International Monetary Fund Chief Kristalina Georgieva sent a message of support to the Chinese people from the IMF headquarters in Washington, DC, Monday.

Georgieva also showed support for China's economy in light of the recent coronavirus emergency.

"We support China's efforts to respond, by taking measures with all the strength of its health system, but also by the recent fiscal, monetary, and financial actions. We are confident in the resilience of China's economy."

She also sent her condolences for the people affected by the epidemic.

"On behalf of all the membership of the IMF, all staff and management, I would like to express our deep sympathies to all those affected by the serious situation related to coronavirus," Georgieva said.

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Georgieva was also presented with a unique gift from IMF Executive Director for China,Jin Zhongxia, thanking her for her support.