It is in this context that there remains the legitimate expectation that, in time, there will be a reform of the voting system so that developing countries, a large number of which are in Africa, can be in a position to influence policy in a meaningful manner, both in the Fund and World Bank.
When I first looked at the list of questions prepared by the Committee to shape my remarks, I was stunned by the sheer number and scope of the questions. This points to the fact that we are surrounded by daunting challenges in this interconnected world, and it is our responsibility to sincerely meet those challenges.