The world Bank's executive board has confirmed that Robert Zoellic will become the organisation's new boss.
Mr Zoellick,who was nominated by US President George W bush, will replace Paul Wolfowitz, who leaves on 30 June.
Mr Zoellick said he was eager to meet the people who drive the agenda of overcoming poverty in all regions, with particular attention to Africa, and also said he looked forward to advancing social and economic development, investing in growth, and encouraging hope, opportunity, and dignity.
He will start work on Sunday,1 July.
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BBConline(americas) Monday,25 June 2007http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/business/6238432.stm
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