He Wang

Research Consultant at The World Bank

He Wang is a Research Consultant in the Digital Development Global Practice at the World Bank. His work delves into social and economic development in developing countries, touching on migration, economic geography, and political economy. Currently, he focuses on the impact of generative AI on labor markets and the barriers to AI adoption in developing countries. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics and a Bachelor of Science in Physics, both from Peking University.

Publications 

Latest contributions 

Spice trader, Karwan Bazar, Dhaka
Abir Abdullah/ADB
VoxEU Column

From migrant worker to owner: When temporary migration is used to start one’s own business

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  • Migration
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  • Productivity and Innovation