IMF says exploring ways to aid Lebanon, calls for movement on reforms

FILE PHOTO: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) headquarters building is seen ahead of the IMF/World Bank spring meetings in Washington, U.S., April 8, 2019. REUTERS/Yuri Gripas

BEIRUT (Reuters) - The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Thursday it was exploring all possible ways to support the Lebanese people following the powerful port warehouse explosion that rocked Beirut, while urging authorities to move on reforms.

Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, in a statement, also urged the international community and friends of Lebanon "to step up to help the country".