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The 10 Most Powerful People In The World 2014
It takes a great deal of eminence, responsibility, character, illustriousness and influence to be a true leader. The world today has many leaders who, in their own way, lead people and take responsibility for those around them- be it their family, friends, or in some cases, an influential or nation. In this article, we look at the world's most powerful people- both male and female. We look at certain people who command incalculable power and influence in the field of politics,banking and industry- leaders who, in a way, shape the progress of world affairs through their position and influence.
MOST POWERFUL WOMEN IN THE WORLD
This list of the most powerful people in the world include both men and women. Changing dynamics have ensured that women have risen the ranks in the power ladder and have played a commanding role in influencing progress of economies, militaries and major business enterprises. Let us now look at the the most powerful people in the world. This is the list of most influential people in the world as well.
Here are the 10 most powerful people in the world 2014. This list of the world's most powerful persons or the world's most influential people lists individuals in ascending order of power and influence. Read on...
10. Bill Gates
Now the second richest man in the world, Bill Gates comes 10th in the list of most powerful people in the world. The Microsoft founder is worth almost 80 Billion Dollars according to Forbes list of most powerful people in 2014.
9. Carols Slim Helu
Carlos Slim Helu overtook Bill Gates as the richest man in the world according to Forbes list of richest people in 2014. The Mexican business magnate has a phenomenal holding in several business enterprises through his conglomerate- Grupo Carso. He is popularly known as the Warren Buffet of Mexico.
8. Mario Draghi
Mario Draghi is currently chairman of the European Central Bank. He is 8th on the list of most powerful people in the world. Draghi held important positions including Chairman of European Financial Stability Board and Governor of the Italian Central Bank before becoming Chairman of the ECB in late 2011.
7. Janet Yellen
Janet Yellen took over as the chairman of the Central Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve in early 2014. The Federal Reserve is easily the most influential financial institution in the world. As chairman of the Federal Reserve- the first women to hold the position- Janet Yellen in 7th on the list of the World's Most Powerful People 2014.
6. Pope Francis
The Pope of the Vatican comes 6th on the list of most powerful people.
5. David Cameron
The British Prime Minister David Cameron is 5th on the list of most powerful people on the planet. The UK is United State's closest ally and is known to boast the most powerful navy in the world.
4. Angela Merkel
The German Chancellor recently assumed office for the third consecutive term. She is the most powerful woman on the planet. Germany is the strongest economy in the 27 member European Union.
3. Xi Jinping
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2. Barack Obama
Although known to be the most powerful country, the most powerful military and the strongest economy, US President Barack Obama slipped to second place in the list of Most Powerful People in the World. Obama's health care program faced stiff opposition from senior senators, causing him to lose out slightly as far as his hold on power is concerned. However, as President of the United States,he easily sits at second position,with there being only a thin difference between the number 2 and number one positions.
1. Vladimir Putin
The most powerful man in the world, Vladimir Putin has governed Russia for over 15 years now. His hold on Presidency has only amplified over the years. Forbes ranked Vladimir Putin as the most powerful person in the World ahead of US President Barack Obama. Russia is easily one of the strongest militaries in the world and Putin's era has seen an steady growth in Russia's military as well as economy.
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