UK PM Keir Starmer Appoints Egyptian Economist Minouche Shafik as Chief Economic Adviser

A new chapter is unfolding in the UK’s economic playbook as Prime Minister Keir Starmer welcomes Egyptian economist Minouche Shafik to the heart of Downing Street. With a resume that reads like a world tour of finance, Shafik is stepping into the spotlight as Britain’s Chief Economic Adviser, and the buzz is already electric.

Stepped into the spotlight

Shafik dazzled the financial world with her stints at the IMF, Bank of England, and Columbia University. Her journey from Cairo to London has been nothing short of impressive, and now she’s landed one of the UK’s most influential economic gigs. The appointment has been hailed as a bold move, with many expecting her global experience to shake up Britain’s economic strategy.

Faced controversy at Columbia

But not everyone is rolling out the red carpet. Shafik’s time as president of Columbia University was marked by heated debates, especially over her response to student protests about Gaza in April 2024. Critics have questioned her leadership style, and some Egyptians are watching closely, wondering how her past decisions might influence her new role in the UK government.

Sparked reactions across borders

1. Some in the UK are excited to see a fresh perspective at the top of economic policy.
2. Others, especially in Egypt, are raising eyebrows over her controversial moments at Columbia.

With the world watching, Minouche Shafik is set to bring her signature style to the UK’s economic stage. Whether she’ll win over her critics or spark more debate, one thing’s for sure: British politics just got a lot more interesting.

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