The Framework Working Group (FWG) is instrumental in coordinating global economic policy discussions among G20 member countries. Established in response to the 2008−09 global financial crisis, the group discusses current macroeconomic developments, trends and emerging challenges. It also addresses short-term and structural economic issues and monitors risks and uncertainties that affect economic scenarios and projections.
The FWG also discusses possible areas for policy coordination with a focus on promoting strong, sustainable, balanced and inclusive global growth. The group collaborates closely with international organisations such as the International Monetary Fund (IMF), World Bank and Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), among others, leveraging their expertise to support the G20’s broader economic objectives. Recent G20 presidencies addressed the macroeconomic consequences of several topics such as food and energy insecurity, climate change, digital transformation, ageing and inequality.
