The Peres Center for
Peace and Innovation

Director of the Institute for Politics and Economy of Southeast Europe
Mr. Korac has extensive experience in both business and politics, with a strong background in international relations, project management, and strategic planning. He has a deep understanding of the political and economic landscape of Southeast Europe and has developed strategies that drive positive change in complex environments. He has been actively involved in politics, providing counsel to prominent leaders and participating in movements advocating for democratic ideals. Mr. Korac was a key figure in OTPOR, a student resistance movement against the dictatorship of Slobodan Milosevic in Serbia, where he advocated for human rights and democratic values.
He also served as an advisor to Aleksandar Vucic during his tenure as Prime Minister of the Republic of Serbia, contributing to political decisions and supporting Vucic's leadership.With a proven track record in international relations, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement, Mr. Korac has the leadership and communication skills necessary to navigate complex political landscapes. He excels in building partnerships, fostering consensus, and bridging cultural differences to achieve common goals. For over three decades, Mr. Korac has been actively working on fostering collaboration and strengthening the friendship of the Serbian and Jewish peoples, and their respective states.
Mr. Korac’s diverse experiences and expertise make him a highly capable political advisor, skilled at analyzing complex information, providing strategic guidance, and shaping policies that promote economic growth and political stability in Southeast Europe.

Zach Du Chao is among the most active philanthropists in today’s China.
In the recent years, he serves as a Champion for Children in the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund. In 2019, he participated as a panellist in BOAO Forum For Asia Young Leader Roundtable.
In 2020, Zach was listed in the list of the Supporters of the Covid-19 Solidarity Response Fund for WHO.
In the same year, Zach initiated a partnership with Oxford Saïd. A new art space named Zach Du Chao International Garden and Gallery was inaugurated at Oxford Saïd.
Most recently, Zach joined the President’s Global Council of New York University.