Michael Froman

Michael Froman is an American lawyer and diplomat known for his role in U.S. trade policy. He served as the U.S. Trade Representative from 2013 to 2017 under President Barack Obama, where he was responsible for negotiating trade agreements and representing U.S. interests in international trade discussions. Froman played a key role in initiatives like the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), aiming to strengthen trade relationships in the Asia-Pacific region. Before his trade position, he held various roles in government and academia, with a focus on international economics and trade policy.