Abhijit Banerjee

India Abhijit Banerjee stands as one of the preeminent figures in the world of economics, notably recognized for his significant contributions to development economics and economic theory. Currently holding the esteemed Ford Foundation International Professor of Economics position at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Mr. Banerjee’s academic and research endeavors have paved the way…

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Fulbert Amoussouga Gero

Benin Fulbert Amoussouga Gero is a distinguished economic analyst and academic, currently spearheading the Economic Analysis Unit of the President of the Republic of Benin, who presently chairs the African Union. With a passion for driving economic development in Africa, Mr. Amoussouga Gero has committed a significant portion of his career to researching and analyzing…

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Gisela Alonso

Cuba Ms. Alonso, who received a PH.D in Biological Science in 1979, is a leading Cuban scientist and currently the President of the Cuban Agency of Environment. In that role, she is responsible for the implementation of the country’s environmental policy, environmental management and the performance and projection of Cuban research centres related to environmental…

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Amina J. Mohammed

Ex Officio Ms. Mohammed is the Special Advisor of the Secretary-General on Post-2015 Development Planning. Amina J. Mohammed is a notable figure in international development and diplomacy. Born on 27 November 1961 in Liverpool, UK, Amina J. Mohammed is a dedicated public servant, development expert, and diplomat who has significantly contributed to sustainable development at…

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H.E. Mr. David Cameron, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

Co-Chair Prime Minister Cameron has been in office since May 2010 and heads a Conservative / Liberal Democrat Coalition Government. He was elected Leader of the Conservative Party in December 2005 on a mandate to change and modernise his Party. During his time as Leader of the Opposition he promoted social justice and social action,…

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H.E. Ms. Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, President of Liberia

Ellen Johnson Sirleaf

Co-Chair Ms. Sirleaf is the first elected female head of state in Africa and has been in office since 16 January 2006. She won a second term in 2011. President Sirleaf was jointly awarded the 2011 Nobel Peace Prize with Leymah Gbowee of Liberia and Tawakel Karman of Yemen (also on the High Level Panel).…

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H.E. Mr. Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, President of Indonesia

Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono

Co-Chair H.E. Dr. Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, more commonly known as SBY, is a prominent figure in Indonesian politics who has significantly influenced national and international initiatives. Born on September 9, 1949, in Pacitan, East Java, he has undergone various transformative phases in his career, from being a student to becoming the 6th President of Indonesia…

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