Dr. Muhammad Zubair Khan

Qualifications Summary

Doctorate in Political Economy from Johns Hopkins University, USA
Over 50 years of experience in the field of economics
On the staff of multilateral Brettonwoods institutions for more than 13 years
Many years of experience as a senior-level policymaker
Consultant to multilateral and bilateral donors on diverse development issues for 30 years
Multi-disciplinary experience in economics, governance, politics and security issues
Strong analytical and advocacy skills, statistical analysis and modeling
Extensive donor program evaluation experience

Career Highlights

Staff member at the International Monetary Fund for 11 years, and the World Bank 2 years
Experience covering 14 major economies and adjustment program countries in 4 regions
Federal Minister for Commerce in Pakistan
Represented Pakistan at the WTO First Ministerial Conference in Singapore
Served on the National Finance Commission (Constitutional body) of Pakistan
Served on various Boards: Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan, GIK Institute of Science and Technology, Bank of Khyber
Served on the Provincial Finance Commission to implement fiscal devolution
Member Committee of International Experts to establish Boao Forum for Asia, China
International Consultant to several bilateral and multilateral donors and the UN system
Taught Financial Programming at Central Bank of Sri Lanka and Egyptian Banking Institute

Education