John Weeks (economist)

John Weeks (1941 – 26 July 2020) was an American economist. He was born in Austin, Texas. He was Professor Emeritus at the School of Oriental and African Studies of the University of London. His research interests were in theoretical and policy-applied macroeconomics and economic development. He published academic papers, books and policy reports in these areas. 
He died on 26 July 2020, aged 79.