The Woman Who Could Break America's Control of the World Bank
It would be the first time in history the World Bank was run by a non-American but Nigeria's Finance Minister Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala stands a real shot at claiming the title.
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Runner Up to the World Bank Presidency Blames Politics
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For five years starting July 1st, Jim Yong Kim will be the president of the World Bank meaning the United States continues its streak when it comes to installing its citizens at the top of the global financial institution.
Dartmouth President Named as Obama's Pick for the World Bank
President Obama will nominate Dartmouth College President, Dr. Jim Yong Kim, to head the World Bank--and it's "all but certain" Kim will win the position when the selection is made next month.
Did the White House Pressure World Bank Head to Step Down?
The president of the World Bank announced on Wednesday that he would leave his post June 30, as rumors swirl that the White House had pressured him to leave.
The World Bank Blames African Famine on Bad Policy
Drought isn't something Africa hasn't seen before
Robert Zoellick Is Unsatisfied with the Global Economy
World Bank chief warns we're going into a "danger zone"
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