Ashraf Ghani

Ashraf Ghani is an Afghan politician and academic who served as the President of Afghanistan from September 2014 until August 2021. Before his presidency, he held roles at the World Bank and was a key figure in rebuilding Afghanistan's economy after the 2001 U.S. invasion. Ghani is known for his focus on governance and anti-corruption. His presidency ended dramatically when he fled the country amid the Taliban's takeover in 2021, leading to significant changes in Afghanistan's political landscape. His leadership and policies have been subject to both praise and criticism, reflecting the complexities of Afghanistan's recent history.