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November 18, 1983

Dear Bob:

The IMF is the cornerstone of the international economic system, but must have adequate resources to fulfill its responsibilities. Failure to pass this legislation would undermine our efforts to ensure a sound world economy necessary for the continued prosperity of all nations. It is essential that our country now follow through to strengthen this vital institution.

Passage of this legislation will ensure that the IMF has the resources to deal with the international debt problem. I believe the legislation warrants strong support in the Congress and I urge its approval prior to adjournment of this session of the 98th Congress.

Sincerely, RONM.D ftE'1~

The Honorable Robert H. Michel Republican Leader House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515

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Dear Mr. Speaker:

The House will today consider my request for increased United States participation in the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The IMF plays the crltical role in a comprehensive strategy to address current world debt and financing problems. I want to reemphasize the major importance I attach to this legislation. The IMF is the cornerstone of the international economic system, but must have adequate resources to fulfill its responsibilities. Failure to pass this legislation would undermine our efforts to ensure a sound world economy necessary for the continued prosperity of all nations. It is essential that our country now follow through to strengthen this vital institution.

Sincerely, . ' .

The Honorable Thomas P. O'Neill, Jr. The Speaker House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515

RWR:KMD:CMP:jid November 18, 1983

Dear Fred:

The House will today consider my request for increased United States participation in the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The IMF plays the critical role in a comprehensive strategy to address current world debt and financing problems. I want to reemphasize the major importance I attach to this legislation. The IMF is the cornerstone of the international economic system, but must have adequate resources to fulfill its responsibilities. Failure to pass this legislation would undermine our efforts to ensure a sound world economy necessary for the continued prosperity of all nations. It is essential that our country now follow through to strengthen this vital institution.

Sincerely,

The Honorable Fernand J. St Germain Chairman Committee on Banking, Finance and Urban Affairs House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515

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November 18, 1983

Dear Chalmers: The House will today consider my request for increased United States participation in the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The IMF plays the critical role in a comprehensive strategy to address current world debt and financing problems. I want to reemphasize the major importance I attach to this legislation. The IMF is the cornerstone of the international economic system, but must have adequate resources to fulfill its responsibilities. Failure to pass this legislation would undermine our efforts to ensure a sound world economy necessary for the continued prosperity of all nations. It is essential that our country now follow through to strengthen this vital institution. Passage of this legislation will ensure that the IMF has the resources to deal with the international debt problem. I believe the legislation warrants strong support in the Congress and I urge its approval prior to adjournment of this session of the 98th Congress. Sincerely,

The Honorable Chalmers P. Wylie · Committee on Banking, Finance and Urban Affairs House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515

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I Dear

The House will today consider my request for increased United States participation in the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The IMF plays the critical role in a compre hensive strategy to address current world debt and financing problems. I want to Eeiterete the major importance I attach to this legislation. -~-,-~-v'l--~kA.-6;~ The IMF is the cornerstone of the international economic system, but must have adequate resources to fulfill its responsibilities. Failure to pass this legislation would undermine our efforts to ensure a sound world economy necessary for the continued prosperity of all nations. It is essential that our country now follow through to strengthen this vital institution.

Passage of this legislation will ensure that the IMF has the resources to deal with the international debt problem. ,/ I believe the legislation e1 ta~ warrant..,•• it Ras in ~fie ~-t, strong support in the Congress and I urge its prompt approval~~~ -\-o ~s~t--.~ '1-- ~ ee, It $~,..:,-. t.r(_ ~9:6>-tt-~•~- . Sincerely,

Ronald Reagan

The Honorable Thomas P. O'Neill, Jr. Speaker House ·of Representatives Washington, DC 20515

(Also: Robert H. Michel Minority Leader

Fernand J. St Germain, Chairman Committee on Banking, Finance and Urban Affairs

Chalmers P. Wylie Ranking Minority Member Committee on Banking, Finance and Urban Affairs) -I THE WHITE HOUSE fl ~ WASHINGTON No v ember 22, 1983

NOTE FOR SARA EMERY

David Chew called to say we could forget about the request for a signing ceremony but he did want us to know that THIS MUST BE SIGNED BEFORE 11/30.

karen

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NOTE FOR SARA EMERY

David Chew cal~l=--.._.,,__...... ,,.,,, we could fo re uest for ceremow but he did want us to know that THIS MUST BE SIGNED BEFORE 11/30.

karen OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY WASHINGTON, O.C. 20220

November 21, 1983

MEMORANDUM FOR THE HONORABLE CRAIG L. FULLER ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT FOR CABINET AFFAIRS SUBJECT: Signing Ceremony for the IMF/Housing Bill

To follow up our conversation as you requested, I am sending you the Department's proposed plan for organizing a bill signing ceremony for the IMF/Housing Bill. Secretary Regan believes a signing ceremony is appropriate, not only because so many people worked so hard to pass the legislation, but because so many of our allies doubted the U.S. would actually pass the quota increase. Signing the bill would be another visual example of the President keeping his commitments to our allies and trading partners around the world. If you see that, for whatever reason, a signing ceremony is not likely to take place , please call Secretary Regan directly. In addition to the background, also attached is a list of possible invitees to the ceremony. We are also attaching a separate list of people who we feel would be most deserving to receive Presidential signing pens.

Davi'f!',;:. Chew Executive Assistant to the Secretary

Attachments 1

IMF/Housing Bill Signing Ceremony

Purpose: o To highlight President's commitment to promoting international financial stability through appro priate increase in IMF resources. o Fulfills President's commitments made at Williamsburg, his address to the World Bank/IMF Annual Meeting, in his meetings most recently with Prime Minister Nakasone and other world leaders. o Appropriate references to Housing legislation.

Scheduling: o Signing ceremony on November 23, 28 or 29. o United States Government letter of commitment, signed by U.S. IMF Governor, Donald T. Regan, must be received at the International Monetary Fund by 6:00 p.m., November 30.

Scenario: Secretary Regan and President to make brief remarks on the importance of IMF to world economic stability and to continuing U.S. economic recovery. President could t~en sign the bill; Secretary Regan could then sign the U.S. letter of commitment. Open press coverage.

Invitees for IMF Portion: Administration: Secretary Regan, Deputy Secretary McNamar, Assistant Secretary Dennis Thomas, Deputy Assistant Secretary Charles Dallara, G~neral Counsel Peter Wallison, Under Secretary Beryl Sprinkel, Assistant Secretary Marc Leland, Deputy to the Assistant Secretary John Donaldson, Deputy Assistant Secretary Tom Dawson. Congress: See attached list.

Other Possibilities: o Could invite Ambassadors from other major countries to attend. o President may want to send brief letter to other Summit heads of Government informing them of U.S. action. ' . J

Suggested Congressional Invitees to White House Bill Signing for IMF

Senate House

Garn St Germain Proxmire Wylie Heinz McKinney Baker Patterson Mathias Bereuter Dodd Neal Hatfield Leach Percy Michel Kasten Conte Inouye O'Neill Pell Wright Foley

Senate Staff

Dan Wall, Banking Committee Paul Freedenberg, Banking Committee Charles Marinaccio, Banking Committee Casimir Yost, Foreign Relations Janice O'Connel, Foreign Relations Keith Kennedy, Appropriations Committee James Bond, Appropriations Committee Dan Crippen, Majority Leader's Office Ken McLean, Banking Committee William Reinsch, Office of Senator Heinz Wayne Abernathy, Banking Committee John Collins, Banking Committee Lamar Smith, Banking Committee

House Staff

Dr. Paul Nelson, Banking Committee Greg Wilson, Banking Committee Ben Crain, Banking Committee Jan Shinpoch, Banking Committee Jim Fairchild, Budget Committee Frank Record, Banking Committee Ari Weiss, Democratic Steering Committee John Mack, Majority Leader's Office Bill Pitts, Republican Leader's Office Dick Still, Banking Committee Suggested People to Receive Presidential Signing Pens

Secretary Regan

Deputy Secretary McNamar

Assistant Secretary Thomas ID# 217023 THE WHITE HOUSE CORRESPONDENCE TRACKING WORKSHEET f;r2J#

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DATE RECEIVED: JUNE 06, 1984

NAME OF CORRESPONDENT: THE HONORABLE RICHARD D. ERB

SUBJECT SUBMITS RESIGNATION AS THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPRESENTING THE UNITED STATES ON THE EXECUTIVE BOARD OF THE IMF ACTION DISPOSITION

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WASHINGTON June 18, 1984

Dear Mr. Erb:

Thank you for your letter, and I accept your resignation as United States Executive Director of the International Monetary Fund, effective June 1, 1984.

Your service to the Nation in this capacity has been greatly appreciated. I know that in the years ahead you will be able to look back with pride on your accomplishments.

You may be sure that you have my best wishes for every future success. Sincerely,

The Honorable Richard D. Erb International Monetary Fund Washington, D.C. 20431 THE WHITE HOUSE

WASHINGTON

June 12, 1984

MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT ~ _ FROM: JOHN s. HERRINGTONd l> 1J SUBJECT: Letters of Resignations

Attached for your review and signature are letters of acceptance for the resignations of the following individuals:

Richard D. Erb, United States Executive Director of the International .Monetary Fund. I Edward A. Knapp, Director of the National Science Foundation. Nackey Loeb, Member of the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board.

Harry E.T. Thayer, Ambassador to the Republic of Singapore.

Jan~s E. Yo'fnge, Member of the Board of Directors of the Export Import Bank.

i -,e, ~'1P ~ THE WHITE HOUSE 6(,,f 91 WASHINGTON f:40flf June 12, 1984

MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDEHT ~

FRO/.!: JOHN s. HERRINGTONd l> 1,/

SUBJECT: Letters of Resignations

Attached for your review and signature are letters of acceptance for the resignations of the following individuals:

Richard D. Erb, United States Executive Director of the International .Monetary Fund.

Edward A. Knapp, Director of the National Science Foundation.

Nackey Loeb, Member of the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board.

Harry E.T. Thayer, Ambassador to the Republic of Singapore.

James E. Yo~ge, Member of the Board of Directors of the Export Import Bank. INTERNATIONAL MONETARY FUND WASHINGTON . D C 20431

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR CABLE ADDRESS United States INTERFUND May 29, 1984

Dear Mr. President:

The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, J. de Larosiere, today announced my appointment as Deputy Managing Director of the Fund for a five year term beginning on June 1, 1984. Thus I respectfully submit my letter of resignation as the Executive Director representing the United States on the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund.

I leave my current position with mixed feelings. I have been honored during the past three years to represent the United States under your leadership. Given the central role the IMF has been playing in the international monetary system, in particular its work to resolve inter national debt problems and its surveillance activities, it has been a challenging position. I have no doubt, however, that the position I will be assuming will be equally demanding. Although I will no longer be representing the United States, I will be serving in my new capacity the broader interests of the United States and other members of the international monetary community. A belief in open international markets and sound, noninflationary domestic policies are at the heart of what this institution represents.

As part of my responsibilities during the past three years, I have had an opportunity to examine in depth economic developments and poli cies in almost all of the 147 member countries of the IMF. As a conse quence, I have developed an even deeper appreciation of the great strengths of our own economic and political institutions. Thus I wish you continued success in your support of free markets and a non inflationary monetary policy and your efforts to control government expenditures and reduce the fiscal deficit. These central elements of your economic policies will help to maintain the United States as a strong nation providing freedom and economic opportunities for all of its citizens and serving as a model for other nations.

Sincerely, '/(Litf_u_ Richard D. Erb

The President The White House Washington, D.C. 20500 ID# 217276 THE WHITE HOUSE CORRESPONDENCE TRACKING WORKSHEET

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DATE RECEIVED: JUNE 13, 1984

NAME OF CORRESPONDENT: THE HONORABLE JAKE GARN

SUBJECT : RECOMMENDS DR. PAUL FREEDENBERG FOR APPOINTMENT AE, U. S. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO THE INTERNATIONAL MONETARY FUND

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WASHINGTON

August 6, 1984

Dear Senator Garn: Your recent letter to the President recommending Dr. Paul Freedenberg for appointment as Executive Director of .the International Monetary Fund has been forwarded to the Office of Presidential Personnel for review. ) We appreciate_ your interest in Dr. Freedenberg, f however, another candidate has been selected to fill this particular position. t Thank you for letting us know of your interest in Dr. Freedenberg. Sincerely,

1 Wk t--c- Kathie Regan1 Associate Director for Congressional Relations Presidential Personnel

The HoI1iE>rable Jake Garn United States Senate Washington, D.C. 20510 Dear Senator Garn:

On behalf of the President, I would like to thank you for your recent recommendation of Dr. Paul Freedenberg for appointment to the position of United States Executive Director to the International Monetary Fund.

We very much welcome your interest in contacting us in this regard, and have taken the liberty of sharing your strong endorsement of Dr. Freedenberg with the appropriate officials within the Office of Presidential Personnel. Rest assured that your interest in this post will be afforded careful review and consideration.

With best wishes,

The Honorable Jake Garn United States Senate Washington, D.C. 20510

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The President The White House Washington, D.C. 20500

Dear Mr. President: ~ It is my understanding tha~ e o ~g ~tates, Executive Director to the Intern9..t,_i2 nal Monetar Fund will soon ecome vacan as its current occupant, Mr. Richard Erb, assumes an important post within t e IMF itself. I would like to recommend that you appoin I r. Paul Freedenber to succeed Mr. Erb as u.s. Executive Director. As Economist for the International Finance and Monetary Policy Subcommittee of the Senate Banking Committee, Dr. Freedenberg is particularly well qualified for this position. One of his chief responsibilities has been to keep the Committee informed of, and involved in, the important matters of international finance, especially the problems associated with the global debt situation. He was the key staff member in the Senate responsible for the passage of the recent IMF quota increase legislation and is truly an expert on IMF matters. In addition, I know that he fully supports the goals of your administration in the areas of international finance and multilateral financial institutions, as his success in negotiating with his counterparts in the House on the Senate's and the Administration's behalf should indicate. One of the greatest difficulties, as you know, with regard to the IMF and our effective participation in that organization is the lack of understanding and support for the IMF in the Congress. That is why I believe that Dr. Freedenberg would be a particularly strong asset to your administration as Executive Director. Dr. Freedenberg enjoys the confidence of leaders in the area of international finance in both Houses of the Congress and, therefore, should be a very effective advocate of your administration's positions. In short, I believe that Dr. Freedenberg is the ideal candidate for United States Executive Director of the IMF, and I enthusiastically recommend him to you. J:erio.f4y :?J l ~~~~r::~n JG:waj ID# 217356 THE WHITE HOUSE CORRESPONDENCE TRACKING WORKSHEET I Tt1 //L/ INCOMING

DATE RECEIVED: JUNE 15, 1984

NAME OF CORRESPONDENT: THE HONORABLE PETE DOMENIC!

SUBJECT RECOMMENDS DR. PAUL FREEDENBERG FOR POSITION OF UNITED STATES EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO THE INTERNATIONAL MONETARY FUND ACTION DISPOSITION

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Dear Senator Domenici:

With best wishes,

Sincerely,

The Honorable Pete V. Domenici United States Senate Washington, D.C. 20510

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June 13, 1984

The President The White House Washington, D. C. 20500 Dear Mr. President: I am writing to you in strong support of the recommendation of Senator Jake wn, Chairman of the Sen Banking Committee, that you nomina~ r. Paul Freedenberg fo he osition of United States Executive Director to the International Monetary Fund. Last year, during the consideration of the International Monetary Fund increase, my staff and I consulted with Dr. Freedenberg on a number of occasions. We always found him to be knowledgeable and helpful on issues of international finance. As you know, I had severe reservations about the wisdom of increasing our quota at the IMF last year, nonetheless, I would feel more comfortable having someone of Dr. Freedenberg's credentials and background representing our interests in that organization, particularly since I believe that there is likely to be increased interaction between the IMF and Congress over the next few years. I hope that you will seriously consider the appointment of Dr. Freedenberg, whom I personally think would be an excellent candidate for the position of U.S. Executive Director. {Je'

~ Dome ~ United States Senator PVD:grt ,..

ID# 230928 THE WHITE HOUSE CORRESPONDENCE TRACKING WORKSHEET INCOMING

DATE RECEIVED: JUNE 29, 1984

NAME OF CORRESPONDENT: THE HONORABLE WILLIAM PROXMIRE

SUBJECT: RECOMMENDS DR. PAUL FREEDENBERG FOR APPOINTMENT AS UNITED STATES EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO THE INTERNATIONAL MONETARY FUND ACTION DISPOSITION

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WASHINGTON

August 6, 1984

Dear Senator Proxmire:

Your recent letter to the President recommending Dr. Paul Freedenberg for appointment as Executive Director cif the International Monetary Fund has been forwarded to the Office of Presidential Personnel for review.

We share your high regard for Dr. Freedenberg, however, another candidate has been selected to fill that particular post.

Thank you of apprising us of your support for Dr. Freedenberg.

Sincerely, ~a~ Associate Director for Congressional Relations Presidential Personnel

The Honorable William Proxmire United States Senate Washington, D.C. 20510 July 11, 1984

Dear Senator Proxmire:

With best wishes,

Sincerely,

M. B. Oglesby, Jr. Assistant to the President

The Honorable William Proxmire United States Senate Washington, D.C. 20510 MBO/KRJ/ptf2 MBO-55/S

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THE WHITE HOUSE

WASHINGTON

July 13, 1984

MEMORANDUM FOR: JOHNS. HERRINGTON

FROM: M. B. OGLESBY, JR.

SUBJECT: Recommendations of Dr. Paul Freedenberg for Appointment as United States Executive Director to the International Monetary Fund

I don't know the status of this, but if Dr. Freedenberg is our choice - the Democrats have told me that they will help get him confirmed. JAKE GARN, UTAH, CHAIRMAN

JOHN TOWER. TEXAS WILLIAM PROXMIRE, WISCONSIN JOHN HEINZ,,PENNSYLVANIA ALAN CRANSTON, CALIFORNIA WILLIAM ,L ARMSTRONG, COLORAOO DONALD W. RIEGLE, JR .. MICHIGAN ALFONSE M. O'AMATO, NEW YORK PAUL S. SARBANES, MARYLAND 91.AOE GORTON, WASHINGTON CHRISTOPHER J. DODD, CONNECTICUT MACK MATTINGLY, GEORGIA ALAN J. DIXON, ILLINOIS CHIC HECHT, NEVADA JIM SASSER, TENNESSEE PAUL TRIBLE, VIRG INIA FRANK R. LAUTENBERG, NEW JERSEY llnittd £,tatts £,matt GORDON HUMPHREY, NEW HAMPSHIRE M. DANNY WALl. STAFF DIRECTOR COMMITTEE ON BANKING, HOUSING, AND KENNETH A. McLEAN, MINORITY STAFF DIRECTOR URBAN AFFAIRS WASHINGTON, O.C. 20510

June 26, 1984

The Honorable Ronald Reagan President of the United States The White House Washington, DC 20500

Dear Mr. President:

I am writing, as ranking minority member of the Senate Banking ._ Commi tte~ in support of Chairman arn' s recommendation that you nominatel,t}r. Paul Freedenberg fo he osition of _,united States Executi ve Di rector to th~ .J.!1.ternationa onetar Fund .

Dr. Freedenberg, who is the chief economist of our Committee's International Finance and Monetary Policy Subcommittee, is well and favorably known to me and other Democratic members of the Banking Committee. He was the key majority staff member associ ated with the passage of last year's IMF quota increase legis lation, and is quite familiar with the political and economic ramifications of the global debt situation. Since there is a likelihood of increased interaction between the Congress and the IMF over the next few years because of the debt problem, I believe Dr. Freedenberg would be a particularly qualified candidate for the position of U.S. Executive Director. I second Chairman Garn in recommending him to you. t. J \ ID# 230955 THE WHITE HOUSE CORRESPONDENCE TRACKING WORKSHEET I7?JL/1- INCOMING

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MEMORANDUM FOR: JOHNS. HERRINGTONJ1 FROM: M. B. OGLESBY, JR/P SUBJECT: Recommendations of Dr. Paul Freedenberg for Appointment as United States Executive Director to the International Monetary Fund

I don't know the status of this, but if Dr. Freedenberg is our choice - the Democrats have told me that they will help get him confirmed. July 11, 1984

Dear Senator Kasten:

With best wishes,

Sincerely,

M. B. Oglesby, Jr. Assistant to the President

The Honorable Robert W. United States Senate Washington, D.C. 20510

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The Honorable Ronald W. Reagan The President The White House Washington, D. C. 20500

Dear Mr. President:

I am writing to you in strong support for the recommendation of Senator Jake Garn, Chai~~ of the Senate Banking~ mmittee, that you nomina~ r. Paul Freedenberq f he posit i on o f United States Executi ve - Director t o tti International Monetary Fund.

I have known Paul since 1981, when I first came to the Senate and assumed the chairmanship of the Ap propriations Subcommittee on Foreign Operations. Since that time my staff and I have consulted with him on a number of international financial issues, always finding him to be knowledgeable -- probably the most knowledgeable staff person on the Hill in this area. I was particularly impressed by his performance on the IMF quota increase legislation last year. His staff role was critical in the final passage of that bill.

In short, Paul is an excellent candidate for the posttion ot U. S. Executive Director to the Interna tional Monetary Fund, and I enthusiastically recommend him to you. Re7i l;£n1 Robert W. Kasten, Jr.

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