<h1>Indian Finance Minister and IMF Chief Discuss Global Economy, COVID-19 Resilience, Sri Lanka Aid, and Energy Prices.</h1> The Finance Minister of India met with the IMF Managing Director in Washington D.C. to discuss key issues affecting India and the global economy. The IMF praised India's economic resilience and effective policy responses during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting its vaccination efforts and support to neighboring countries like Sri Lanka. The Finance Minister urged the IMF to provide financial assistance to Sri Lanka. They also discussed the impact of geopolitical developments on global energy prices. India's policy approach includes structural reforms and support for MSMEs, with agricultural exports increasing due to favorable conditions.