The IMF announced the threat of destabilization of the food market during the escalation in Ukraine

It is reported by RIA Novosti with reference to his statement.

According to Gurinsh, the escalation of the situation in Ukraine is the main "threat and could destabilize energy food markets."

He also added that the escalation will lead to further fragmentation of the global economy.

Earlier, IMF Managing Director Kristalin Georgieva expressed the opinion that the losses of the global economy from its fragmentation could amount to $ 7 trillion, or 7% of global GDP, if a decline in trade is allowed.