We interviewed more than 30 officials, including central bankers, policymakers, and politicians. These are the issues they consider most pressing.

Global Leaders Monitor Middle East Tensions

Officials worldwide are paying close attention to events unfolding in the Middle East, carefully considering how best to address the economic repercussions of the ongoing conflict. During the IMF World Bank meetings in Washington, DC, CNBC interviewed over 30 central bankers, government representatives, and policymakers, gathering their perspectives on the U.S.-Iran conflict and their primary economic worries.

These discussions took place prior to Iran's Friday announcement that the Strait of Hormuz would remain accessible to commercial vessels throughout the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. However, on Saturday, Iran reversed course, declaring the vital energy passage closed.