Nir Bar Dea was joined by Ajay Banga, President of The World Bank, as our latest guest in Bridgewater’s Distinguished Speaker Series to discuss development and economic outlooks across Africa. As a result of global demographic shifts, nearly 25% of the global working-age population will be located in Sub-Saharan Africa by 2050, presenting both emerging challenges and opportunities for global investors from the private and public sectors. Listen to the full conversation to learn how Bridgewater partnered with international advocacy organization Global Citizen to support the World Bank’s International Development Association 21st replenishment to drive growth across the African continent. Watch here: https://lnkd.in/d5aX3iRF
Ajay Banga, my friend and President of The World Bank, joined me to talk about the research capabilities Bridgewater Associates is contributing to better understanding economic conditions in Sub-Saharan Africa. I first met Ajay a couple of years ago, and our paths have crossed many times since, including when he announced several transformative World Bank initiatives on the Global Citizen stage in Paris. I admire his courage, his commitment to having impact, and the vision to forge innovative partnerships like the one between our organizations. There’s nothing better than meaningful work and meaningful relationships. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eEHZiWVj Porter D., Devon Long, Eka Zhao, CFA, Michael Sheldrick, Hugh Evans