Okonjo iweala latest news

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala is a Nigerian economist and international development expert who has been making headlines recently. Here are some of the latest news and updates about her:

  1. Appointment as WTO Director-General: On February 15, 2021, Dr. Okonjo-Iweala was appointed as the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), becoming the first woman and the first African to hold the position. She took office on March 1, 2021.
  2. First 100 Days in Office: In her first 100 days in office, Dr. Okonjo-Iweala has been busy addressing the COVID-19 pandemic, promoting trade and investment, and reforming the WTO. She has also been engaging with world leaders, including the G20, the G7, and the African Union.
  3. COVID-19 Response: Dr. Okonjo-Iweala has been a vocal advocate for global cooperation to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. She has called for increased funding for vaccine distribution, particularly in low-income countries, and has emphasized the need for a coordinated response to the pandemic.
  4. Trade and Investment: Dr. Okonjo-Iweala has been promoting trade and investment as a key driver of economic growth and development. She has emphasized the importance of reducing trade barriers, promoting e-commerce, and increasing investment in infrastructure and human capital.
  5. WTO Reform: Dr. Okonjo-Iweala has been pushing for reforms at the WTO to make it more effective and responsive to the needs of its member countries. She has called for increased transparency, improved dispute settlement mechanisms, and greater representation for developing countries.
  6. Awards and Recognition: Dr. Okonjo-Iweala has received numerous awards and recognition for her work, including the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize nomination, the 2020 African of the Year award, and the 2019 Forbes Africa Person of the Year award.
  7. Book Release: Dr. Okonjo-Iweala has released a book titled "Reimagining Globalization: A New Vision for the World Economy" which explores the challenges and opportunities of globalization and proposes a new vision for the world economy.
  8. Lectures and Speeches: Dr. Okonjo-Iweala has been delivering lectures and speeches at various international forums, including the World Economic Forum, the IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings, and the African Development Bank Annual Meetings.

These are just a few of the latest news and updates about Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala. She continues to be a prominent figure in international development and trade, and her work is having a significant impact on the global economy and society.