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1. B-ROLL: Exterior IMF

Washington, DC --- 25 March, 2020
2. SOUNDBITE: (English) Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director IMF

“My name is Kristalina Georgieva. I'm the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund. But today I am proud to hold the title 'Friend of Somalia.' I want to congratulate each one of you on this momentous occasion. Your collective commitment to reforms has brought Somalia here to the HIPC decision point at a very difficult moment for the world.”

3. SOUNDBITE: (English) Kristalina Georgieva, MD IMF

“I recognize that what you have done has not been easy. Still, you persevered. The international community stands with you as you continue the journey to bring greater prosperity to all the people of Somalia.”

4. SOUNDBITE: (English) Kristalina Georgieva, MD IMF

“So let us pause briefly to recognize this historic moment. Let us reflect on this good news, during such difficult times and then let us remember, as Robert Frost once said, we still have miles to go before we sleep. We have work to do. At the IMF we look forward to continuing to support you on this journey. We wish you wholeheartedly all the success.”

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5. B-ROLL: Exterior IMF