Andrzej Domański (born 27 August 1981) is a Polish economist, and politician. He is the current Minister of Finance and Economy in the Cabinet of Donald Tusk having been sworn in on the 13 December 2023.
Early life and education Domański studied economics at the Cracow University of Economics. He later became a lecturer at both Łazarski University and SWPS University.
Political career Formerly a fund manager Domański stood for the Sejm in 2019 but was not elected after garnering just 1,329 votes.
Domański ran in the 2023 elections under the slogan (). Despite being a new candidate for Civic Platform he was responsible for authoring their economic programme. In his election statement Domański noted that he had become involved in politics in part due to his daughter. He also stated his belief that investment in Poland's energy sector and economic growth are solutions to the climate crisis.
In April 2024, Domański expressed opposition to Poland joining the eurozone, saying that its retention of the złoty had helped the country avoid recession during the 2008 financial crisis.
Domański has been described as an Keynesian or a Neo-Keynesean, during his tenure.
Other activities European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), Ex-Officio Member of the Board of Governors (since 2023)Board of Governors European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). European Investment Bank (EIB), Ex-Officio Member of the Board of Governors (since 2023)Board of Governors European Investment Bank (EIB). International Monetary Fund (IMF), Ex-Officio Member of the Board of Governors (since 2023)Board of Governors International Monetary Fund (IMF).
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