Revenue Forecasting and Tax Policy Analysis

Sébastien Leduc is an Economist in the Tax Policy Division of the International Monetary Fund's Fiscal Affairs Department, a position he has held since 2016. Prior to joining the IMF, he served as a Senior International Tax Policy Economist at the Department of Finance Canada, where he focused on corporate income tax design and international taxation issues. At the IMF, Leduc leads multiple technical assistance activities and contributes to analytical work on international tax policy. His expertise spans areas such as corporate taxation, international tax cooperation, and revenue mobilization strategies for developing countries. Leduc has co-authored publications on topics including the impact of tax treaties on developing economies and alternative options for global revenue mobilization. His work contributes to the IMF's efforts in providing policy guidance on tax reforms that balance revenue generation with economic growth and inclusivity.

Dinar Prihardini is an Economist in the Tax Policy Division of the International Monetary Fund's Fiscal Affairs Department, specializing in macroeconomic modeling and fiscal policy analysis. Her expertise spans developing customized macro-CGE models for analyzing energy subsidy reforms, climate change policies, tax reforms, and labor market policies. Before joining the IMF, she worked at the World Bank where she developed economy-wide models for various countries, and prior to that, she held positions at the Australian Treasury and KPMG Australia's Economic Modelling Unit. Her research contributions include significant work on excess profit taxes, international taxation, and climate-related fiscal policies. Prihardini has co-authored numerous IMF working papers and publications, particularly focusing on tax policy reforms and their macroeconomic impacts across different economies. Her work combines technical modeling expertise with practical policy applications, making her a valuable contributor to international fiscal policy discussions.

Fabien Gonguet is a Senior Economist in the Public Financial Management division of the International Monetary Fund's Fiscal Affairs Department. His work focuses on developing frameworks for climate-sensitive public financial management, particularly "Green PFM" initiatives. He has authored several influential IMF publications, including the landmark Staff Climate Note on Climate-Sensitive Management of Public Finances and subsequent How-To Notes on implementing green PFM practices. Before joining the IMF, he worked at the French Treasury. Gonguet's expertise spans fiscal policy, public wealth management, and environmental finance, as evidenced by his research on public sector balance sheets and climate change adaptation strategies. He regularly contributes to IMF capacity development initiatives and has played a key role in developing tools for assessing climate-related fiscal risks and promoting sustainable public financial management practices across IMF member countries.

Aqib Aslam is Deputy Division Chief of the Regional Studies Division in the African Department at the International Monetary Fund, bringing extensive experience in economic research and policy analysis. His academic credentials include a PhD from the University of Cambridge, an M.Sc. from University College London, and a B.A. (Hons) from the University of Oxford. Before joining the IMF in 2010, he gained valuable experience at Goldman Sachs International, the Bank of England, and the UK Government Economic Service. His research portfolio includes significant contributions to topics such as taxation in the peer-to-peer economy, corporate minimum taxation, and commodity export economics. Aslam has authored numerous influential IMF Working Papers and publications, with his research interests focusing on applied macroeconomics and econometrics. His work spans various areas including tax policy, international trade, and regional economic development, particularly in African economies.

Sebastian Beer is an Economist in the Tax Policy Division of the International Monetary Fund's Fiscal Affairs Department. His research focuses on international corporate taxation, profit shifting, and tax policy design. Prior to joining the IMF in 2017, Beer worked as an economist at the Austrian Central Bank and as a post-doctoral researcher at the Vienna University of Economics and Business. At the IMF, he provides technical assistance to member countries on tax policy issues and conducts research on various aspects of taxation. Beer has authored numerous influential publications, including papers on international tax avoidance, the effects of tax treaties, and the impact of corporate tax reforms. His work contributes significantly to the IMF's efforts in addressing global tax challenges and developing policy recommendations for effective and equitable tax systems. Beer holds a PhD in economics and has established himself as a leading expert in the field of international taxation and fiscal policy.