Borut Pahor
Honorary ChairmanPresident of Slovenia (2012–2022), Prime Minister of Slovenia (2008–2012) and Speaker of the National Assembly (2000–2004).
Leadership & Governance
Global Leaders, Professional Committees
GSDF is guided by an experienced leadership team and seven specialized committees that bring together leading talent from every region and discipline.
Leadership & Governance
Core Leadership
Zhang Xuncheng
Honorary AdvisorLiu Genpeng
Executive Secretary-GeneralZhu Yun
Secretary-GeneralZhao Xun
Deputy Secretary-General Leadership & Governance
Seven Specialized Committees
Seven cross-regional committees provide the professional, layered platforms on which GSDF operates globally, drawing top specialists into focused workstreams.
Global Honorary Chairmen Council
Mobilizes former heads of state and senior international figures for high-level people-to-people diplomacy and summit dialogue.
Global Academic Committee
Links universities, UN research think tanks and institutes to lead joint research, white papers and industry-standard seminars.
Sustainable Development Professional Committee
Designs, implements and accepts cross-border green projects in poverty reduction, climate, oceans and sustainable villages.
Global Awards Review Committee
Independently operates academic, enterprise, youth and practice awards with a fair, neutral global review mechanism.
Global Young Leaders Committee
Runs youth study programs, volunteer service, youth dialogues and green innovation support projects.
Global Multilateral Cooperation Committee
Connects NGOs, international chambers and regional organizations, building dedicated cooperation channels across regions.
Global Public Welfare & Communications Committee
Leads global SDG advocacy, international media cooperation, multilingual case publishing and touring public education.