Professor Yunus
Professor Muhammad Yunus is a Bangladeshi social entrepreneur, banker, and Nobel Peace Prize laureate known for his pioneering work in microfinance and microcredit. Born on June 28, 1940, he founded the Grameen Bank in 1983, which provides small loans to the impoverished without requiring collateral, thus empowering them to start their own businesses and improve their livelihoods. Yunus has been a prominent advocate for social business and has received various awards and honors for his contributions to poverty alleviation. Recently, he was in the news discussing the political climate in Bangladesh and the challenges faced by the government, emphasizing the need for institutional reforms to address corruption and governance issues.
Born on Jun 28, 1940 (84 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | 1 | 6.00 | 0.12% | +10% | 164,689,383 | 208,708 | $350,000 | 444$ |
| Totals | 1 | 164,689,383 | 208,708 | $350,000 | 444$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Bangladesh:
The article discusses the potential impact of Professor Yunus's resignation on the political landscape.
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Bangladesh:
Professor Yunus mentioned that the consensus commission will create a 'July Accord' to facilitate elections.
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Bangladesh:
Professor Yunus is referred to as a global leader in the context of Sargis Alam's aspirations.
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Bangladesh:
An urgent meeting has been called by Professor Yunus at the state guest house.
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Bangladesh:
Professor Yunus met with Narendra Modi for a bilateral meeting in Bangkok.
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Bangladesh:
Professor Yunus discusses the challenges faced by the government and the need for reforms in Bangladesh.
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