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This paper argues that in response to the Arab uprisings in Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia, the IMF has changed its perspective on the social outcomes of its economic policy advice. The authors say the Fund now explicitly advocates inclusive growth, reduced inequality as well as increased attention to, and spending on health and education services. They suggest that while this change is welcome, the Fund could strengthen its commitment to the social dimensions of public policy further by delivering more specific policy advice on how succeed in these areas.