Dr. Akbar Khawaja is a former Pakistani senator with extensive experience in governance and financial systems. He has over 32 years of experience in government, industry, and academia, including 17 years with the World Bank, where he dealt with complex finance, public and private sector development, institution building, quality assurance, ICT issues, and strategic policy support across various countries. Dr. Khawaja holds a Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) in Information/Engineering Management from The George Washington University and an MBA in Finance and Economics from the University of Ottawa. 
In addition to his role as a senator, Dr. Khawaja has served as a Public Finance Advisor for BearingPoint/USAID, Managing Member of Development Dividends LLC, and a member of the Board of Directors for the Development Gateway Foundation. He has also been an adjunct professor at The George Washington University. 
Dr. Khawaja has been involved in initiatives promoting peace and cooperation in South Asia. In 2021, he participated in the inaugural event of the South Asia Peace Council (SAPC), an organization committed to promoting peace and cooperation through leadership consultations and grassroots activities. 
Throughout his career, Dr. Khawaja has contributed to various conferences and events. For instance, he delivered a presentation at the “Artificial Intelligence & the Qur’an Conference 2024,” where he discussed the intersection of artificial intelligence and religious texts.
Dr. Khawaja’s diverse roles and contributions reflect his commitment to public service, education, and the promotion of peace and development in the South Asian region.
Dr. Akbar Khawaja is a former Pakistani senator with extensive experience in governance and financial systems. He has over 32 years of experience in government, industry, and academia, including 17 years with the World Bank, where he dealt with complex finance, public and private sector development, institution building, quality assurance, ICT issues, and strategic policy support across various countries. Dr. Khawaja holds a Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) in Information/Engineering Management from The George Washington University and an MBA in Finance and Economics from the University of Ottawa. 
In addition to his role as a senator, Dr. Khawaja has served as a Public Finance Advisor for BearingPoint/USAID, Managing Member of Development Dividends LLC, and a member of the Board of Directors for the Development Gateway Foundation. He has also been an adjunct professor at The George Washington University. 
Dr. Khawaja has been involved in initiatives promoting peace and cooperation in South Asia. In 2021, he participated in the inaugural event of the South Asia Peace Council (SAPC), an organization committed to promoting peace and cooperation through leadership consultations and grassroots activities. 
Throughout his career, Dr. Khawaja has contributed to various conferences and events. For instance, he delivered a presentation at the “Artificial Intelligence & the Qur’an Conference 2024,” where he discussed the intersection of artificial intelligence and religious texts.
Dr. Khawaja’s diverse roles and contributions reflect his commitment to public service, education, and the promotion of peace and development in the South Asian region.
