Ban Ki-moon
B- Birthday
- June 13, 1944
- Age
- 81
- Height
- 0'0" (0 cm)
- Net Worth
- $5M
About
Ban Ki-moon is a South Korean politician and diplomat. He served as the eighth secretary-general of the United Nations between 2007 and 2016. Before becoming secretary-general, he was the South Korean minister of foreign affairs and trade from 2004 to 2006. He worked extensively on relations with North Korea.
Career Timeline
Joins Foreign Ministry
Begins his career in the South Korean Foreign Ministry, working his way up the ranks.
Foreign Minister of South Korea
Appointed Foreign Minister, boosting his international profile and experience.
UN Secretary-General
Becomes the Secretary-General of the United Nations, the highest point of his career.
Re-elected as Secretary-General
Is re-elected for a second term as Secretary-General, continuing his work on global issues.
Leaves UN
Steps down as Secretary-General and engages in various advisory and philanthropic roles.
Elder Statesman
Remains active in international affairs, serving on advisory boards and promoting global cooperation.
