Jim yong kim resigns as world bank president

Jim Yong Kim did not resign as World Bank President. He was the 12th President of the World Bank Group, serving from July 1, 2012, to February 1, 2019. He was succeeded by David Malpass, who took office on April 9, 2019.

Jim Yong Kim's tenure as World Bank President was marked by several significant initiatives, including the launch of the World Bank's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the creation of the World Bank's Human Capital Project. He also played a key role in the development of the World Bank's strategy on climate change and sustainable development.

Kim's resignation was announced on January 7, 2019, and he stepped down from his position on February 1, 2019, three years before the end of his second term. The World Bank's Board of Executive Directors appointed David Malpass as his successor, who took office on April 9, 2019.