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How long did Jim serve as the president of the World Bank?

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Jim Wolfensohn served as the president of the World Bank for seven years, from 1995 to 2002. During his time in office, he oversaw a number of reforms at the Bank, including the establishment of the Inspection Panel, which allows citizens to file complaints about Bank projects. He also helped to increase the Bank's lending to developing countries and to improve its focus on poverty reduction.
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