Paul Collier

Paul Collier is a globally recognized expert on economic development and the world's poorest nations. As Professor of Economics and Public Policy at the University of Oxford, he authored the acclaimed book The Bottom Billion, which explores the challenges facing the 1 billion people trapped in the least developed countries.

Collier's insights bridge academic research and real-world policy, advising international organizations and world leaders on strategies to create opportunities for the global poor. His keynotes provide a data-driven, compassionate perspective on the world's most pressing economic issues.