Dr. Muhammad Yunus Named Among TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People of 2025

 Dr. Muhammad Yunus Named Among TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People of 2025

In a powerful nod to visionary leadership and social innovation, Nobel Laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus has been named one of TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People of 2025. This prestigious recognition honors global changemakers who are shaping the future across various sectors — and Dr. Yunus, the architect of microcredit and social business, once again proves his lasting impact on the world.

What makes this moment even more remarkable is that the introduction to Dr. Yunus in the TIME feature was penned by none other than former U.S. Secretary of State and First Lady, Hillary Clinton. In her tribute, Clinton praised Dr. Yunus for his lifelong commitment to eradicating poverty and empowering communities through innovative economic models that put people over profit.

As the head of Bangladesh’s interim government, Dr. Yunus has stepped into a new chapter of leadership. Known globally for founding Grameen Bank and for pioneering the concept of microfinance, he continues to inspire generations with his unwavering belief in a world of zero poverty, zero unemployment, and zero net carbon emissions.

Hillary Clinton highlighted his courage to challenge traditional banking systems and his relentless pursuit of solutions that include those most often left out — especially women and the poor. “He doesn’t just imagine a better future,” she wrote, “he builds it.”

Dr. Yunus’s inclusion in the 2025 TIME 100 is not just a celebration of his past achievements, but a recognition of his continued influence on global thought, policy, and action.

As the world faces unprecedented challenges — from economic disparity to climate change — voices like Dr. Yunus’s remind us that bold ideas backed by compassionate leadership can create real, lasting change.

Congratulations, Dr. Yunus — your vision continues to move the world.