§ Lord Hyltonasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether they support the proposal for a Global Governance Group made up of the 24 heads of government whose countries provide directors for the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund, together with the United Nations Secretary-General and the heads of major international institutions. [HL655]
§ Baroness AmosThe British Government are unaware of the proposal which is referred to here. However, we are strongly committed to broadening international debate and action on economic and social issues. We support efforts to enhance G8 outreach to developing countries, to strengthen the voice and representation of developing countries in the international financial institutions, and to deepen co-operation between the United Nations and the IFIs. Following the Anglo-French summit in November 2003, we shall continue to discuss with France and other partners ideas for new political arrangements in these areas.