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Wadah Khanfar


Media Professional and President of Al Sharq Forum, an independent network dedicated to developing long-term strategies for political development, social justice, and economic prosperity for the people of the Middle East. Previously, he served as the Director General of Al Jazeera Media Network.

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering from the University of Jordan in 1990.
  • Completed graduate studies in philosophy and obtained a diploma in African Studies from the International University of Sudan.
  • Honorary degree in International Politics.

Awards and Recognition:

  • Top 100 Global Thinkers, Foreign Policy, 2011
  • One of the Most Powerful and Influential People in the World, Forbes, 2009
  • Young Global Leader, World Economic Forum in Davos
  • 8th Most Influential Figure in the Arab World, Arabian Business​