KIEV, June 9 – The International Monetary Fund is concerned about the rapid growth of Ukraine's foreign debts, Deputy Director at the IMF European Department Poul Thomsen said during a meeting with Parliament Speaker Volodymyr Lytvyn.

Thomsen noted that Ukraine's external debt now stands at 40% of GDP and this could severely affect the country's economy, Parliament’s press service reported.

In turn, Lytvyn noted that the Ukrainian leadership is aware of this problem, stressing that any steps taken in the economic sector should have the support of the population.