Prof. Balcerowicz is widely credited for his role in providing Poland with economically liberal ‘shock therapy’ in the wake of the collapse of communism in the country. ieaTV caught up with him at our State of the Economy conference to discuss his legacy in transforming the Polish economy, and to ask him what further economic reforms were needed to ensure Poland continues on the path towards a prosperous liberal economy.
Prof. Balcerowicz, former Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister of Poland, will receive the 2014 Milton Friedman Prize for Advancing Liberty, a biennial award presented by Cato Institute to an individual for achievement in promoting freedom and individual liberty.
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