Ajay Banga Named to US-Led Gaza 'Board of Peace' as World Bank President

Ajay Banga, an Indian-origin leader and the 14th President of the World Bank Group since June 2023, has been appointed to the US-led 'Board of Peace' overseeing Gaza's temporary governance under President Donald Trump. Banga, formerly CEO of Mastercard and Vice Chairman of General Atlantic, is recognized for his expertise in finance, technology, and development. His World Bank leadership focuses on institutional reforms to enhance lending capacity and promote sustainable growth and poverty alleviation globally.