You are a senior economist working for the Global Affairs Canada. You note that on the department's website (https://www.international.gc.ca/world-monde/international_relations- relations_internationales/multilateral-multilateraux/imf-fmi.aspx?lang=eng) that the minister has asked her staff to insert the following description of Canada's relationship with the IMF:

"Canada and the IMF share priorities of: i. inclusive growth

ii. gender equality..."

You then recall from your lecture on the IMF that its role is to promote financial stability and monetary cooperation. You proceed to speak with the minister's chief of staff and inform the chief that the website's description is inaccurate. That is, it is a left-leaning re-interpretation of the role of the IMF consistent with the political views of the current government rather than what was envisioned (for the IMF's role and priorities) after WWII.

The chief speaks with the minister and the minister rebuts that the IMF's criticism of Britain's recent tax cut proves that her interpretation of the IMF's priorities as described in the website are accurate. The minister invites you think about the IMF and its role internationally. Then, she asks you to provide her with a "For Information Only" briefing note on whether the IMF indeed shares the current government's left-leaning priorities or rather has a narrower economic policy focus.

Use the article posted below as a starting point and context. Historical references and qualitative or quantitative data are always welcome in your briefing note. Standard economic arguments must be used.

Your briefing note is "For Information Only"; however, ensure that it has a well-developed "Key Considerations" section. Your briefing note should be specific to the mandate of the department.

Article of Interest: https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2022/10/imf-uk-tax-cuts- inequality-neoliberalism/671651/?utm_