Nigeria's Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has been reappointed as the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO) for a second term.
This decision was confirmed by the WTO, with Okonjo-Iweala standing as the sole candidate for the position. Her readiness to serve another four-year term was expressed on September 16, and the WTO began its preparations for the role on October 8, allowing nominations until November 8. However, no additional candidates were nominated by the deadline.
The reappointment of Okonjo-Iweala, who previously served as Nigeria's finance minister, underscores her continued influence in global trade discussions.
A statement from the WTO highlighted her leadership capabilities and the confidence member countries have in her ability to steer the organization through complex trade challenges.
As the first African and first woman to lead the WTO, her leadership marks a pivotal moment in the organization's history, reflecting a broader trend towards increased diversity in international economic forums.
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