Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
Economist, Director-General of WTO
Born
June 13th, 1954
71 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Nigeria
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An economist and politician from Nigeria, served as the Minister of Finance and Minister of Foreign Affairs. Played a key role in managing the Nigerian economy and dealing with debt relief negotiations. Led the World Trade Organization as the first female and first African Director-General, focusing on global trade issues and economic development. Advocated for vaccine equity during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Served as Nigeria's Minister of Finance
Led the World Trade Organization
Facilitated Nigeria's debt relief process
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