Ajay Banga Is Nominated By The US To Lead World Bank

Today, the President of the US, Joe Biden, nominates Ajay Banga, a business leader to lead the World Bank. Ajay Banga was born and brought up in India.

He has experience in leading successful organizations in developing countries. He also has critical experience in mobilizing public-private resources to tackle the issue of climate change. 

AJAY BANGA

• Currently Vice Chairman at General Atlantic
• Previously was the President and CEO of Mastercard. 
• He is the global leader in technology, data, financial services, and innovation. 
• Honorary Chairperson of the International Chamber of Commerce. Served from 2020-2021.
• Also, Chairperson of Exor and Independent Director at Temasek 
• In 2021 he became an advisor to the General Atlantic Climate-Focused Fund. 
• He also previously served on the boards of the American Red Cross. 
• He closely worked with Vice President Harris
• He is also the co-founder of the Cyber Readiness Institute

AWARDS

• He was awarded the foreign policy association medal in 2012.
• The Padma Shri by the President of India in 2016. 
• The Ellis Island Medal of Honor in 2019