Jeffrey Sachs

Jeffrey Sachs is an American economist known for his work on global economic development, poverty alleviation, and sustainable development. He gained prominence as an advisor to countries transitioning to market economies in the 1990s, particularly in Eastern Europe and Latin America. Sachs has also been a strong advocate for addressing issues like climate change and health epidemics through international cooperation. He is the author of several influential books and serves as a professor at Columbia University, where he leads initiatives for sustainable development and global health.