UA.NEWS · 16 Oct, 15:46 · Finance briefing

Ali Alhosani becomes first UAE citizen elected IMF executive director — The National

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Ali Alhosani has been elected as the International Monetary Fund’s executive director representing the Gulf Cooperation Council, marking a historic milestone as the first UAE national to hold this position. This appointment reflects the United Arab Emirates’ growing influence in global financial governance. Alhosani succeeds the previous representative, bringing extensive experience from his tenure at the UAE’s central bank and other financial institutions. The election underscores the nation’s strategic commitment to strengthening its role within international economic frameworks and enhancing its diplomatic footprint in critical financial decision-making bodies.

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