Carlos Felipe Jaramillo Named World Bank VP for East Asia and Pacific

Carlos Felipe Jaramillo from Colombia has been appointed as the World Bank’s Vice President for the East Asia and Pacific Region, effective September 15, 2025. Based in Singapore, he will oversee a $32 billion portfolio across 23 countries. Jaramillo brings over 20 years of global experience, having previously managed Latin America and Caribbean operations. He will focus on job creation, sustainable energy, human capital, and digital transformation in the region.