Raad named World Bank research hub country manager
KUALA LUMPUR: Firas Raad has been appointed as the new country manager for the World Bank Group Global Knowledge and Research Hub in Malaysia.
Raad, a Jordanian national, joined the bank in 2002 as senior health policy specialist. He has since held various management positions, with the most recent assignment being country manager for Kuwait.
“I am honoured to be taking on the role as country manager and will be focusing on deepening our collaboration with the Malaysian government and other stakeholders in working towards innovative development solutions for all Malaysians.
“We will also continue to leverage Malaysia’s own journey in ending poverty and sharing prosperity over recent decades to support other countries with similar aspirations,” he said.
Country director for Brunei, Malaysia, Philippines and Thailand Mara Warwick said: “Our collaboration with Malaysia is testament of how a country, on the cusp of high income, can continue as a close partner and member of the World Bank Group.
“We highly value this partnership and will continue to facilitate Malaysia’s growing role as a global development partner.”
World Bank Group Global Knowledge and Research Hub in Malaysia produces development policy research and analytical work on regional and global issues.