Jagdish Natwarlal Bhagwati, known as Jagdish Bhagwati, is an eminent Indian-American economist who is recognized for his significant contributions to the field of international trade and globalization. He was born on July 26, 1934, in Mumbai, India. Bhagwati is a prolific scholar and has authored numerous influential books and research papers on international trade, economic development, and policy issues. He is renowned for his rigorous analysis and defense of free trade principles. Throughout his career, he has been a strong advocate of open markets and global economic integration, arguing that free trade fosters economic growth, efficiency, and welfare in countries around the world.