As a response to the economic and financial crisis the country is facing, the government has put in motion a reform plan. In an interview with VDL, Dr. Mardini suggested that this plan include increasing taxes and floating the exchange rate in order to satisfy the IMF. He then stated that the IMF would not provide any assistance if the government continues on subsidizing different commodities and goods. He urged the government to repeal subsidies and rely on directly helping  the poor instead.  

Radio Interview in Arabic
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