I have been following, as is surely obvious, the saga at the World Bank. For a closer , more informed, view click here, where they were kind enough to quote me. It would be fair to say that the contributors seem unenthused about Mr. Zoellick.
World Bank President Wednesday, May 30 2007
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May 30, 2007 at 7:26 pm |
This appointment leaves a lot to be desired.
It’s time we choose someone who has worked closely in developing countries, and has real knowledge of what it takes to turn economies around.
May 30, 2007 at 7:38 pm |
Thank you for mentioning the site WBP. I have quoted some of your posts during the whole brouhaha about Wolfowitz (why leaders fail) and the race for his replacement (especially the one on Carly Fiorina).
Please keep up with the good advices and the blog. I did enjoy reading the one on UA. As an FF, I understand where you are coming from
May 31, 2007 at 4:47 am |
I think the Zoellick appointment is, at least in political terms, quite a smart one. He has at least had some international exposure, fairly positive, and he isn’t carrying a lot of baggage. Whether he is able to lead the Bank is another question….
June 6, 2007 at 12:41 pm |
It’s just sad that the credentials you outline are anywhere near enough.
I can see why it makes sense for the US, but can you imagine if a judge was appointed with such flimsy qualifications. Or a CEO. Or a school teacher. Simply having a profile and some political nous should not be enough to get you the top job in one of the most important international financial institutions.
Yet this organisation is only charged with ending poverty!