Current Affairs - Awards and Honours - Discussion

Paschal Donohoe has been appointed as the Managing Director and Chief Knowledge Officer of the World Bank Group, bringing with him over twenty years of experience across public administration, economic policy, and the private sector. His background includes serving as Ireland’s Minister for Finance and holding the influential role of President of the Eurogroup, where he played a major part in steering EU financial coordination during challenging periods. With additional corporate experience from Procter & Gamble, Donohoe is well-positioned to lead the World Bank’s knowledge initiatives, strengthen global cooperation, and enhance evidence-based solutions for development challenges across emerging and developing economies.