C. Fred Bergsten

C. Fred Bergsten

Board Member

C. Fred Bergsten has been director of the Institute for International Economics since its creation in 1981. The Institute is the only major research institution in the United States devoted to international economic issues. Dr. Bergsten was assistant secretary for international affairs of the US Treasury during 1977-81. Dr. Bergsten has authored, co-authored or edited 37 books on international economic issues. Dr. Bergsten was chairman of the Eminent Persons Group of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum from 1993 to 1995. Dr. Bergsten received MA, MALD, and PhD degrees from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy and a BA magna cum laude and honorary Doctor of Humane Letters from Central Methodist College.