Daniel Daianu

Daniel Daianu is a Romanian economist and Professor at the National School of Political and Administrative Studies (SNSPA) since 2006. He currently serves as President of the Romanian Fiscal Council (since 2019) and held key roles in Romanian economic governance, including Minister of Finance (1997-1998) and Chief Economist at the National Bank of Romania (1992-1997). His work spans EU integration, macroeconomic policy, and comparative economic systems.

• Current: Professor at SNSPA, President of Romanian Fiscal Council
• Past: EU Parliament Member (2007-2009), Deputy President of Financial Supervision Authority (2013-2014)
• Academic Affiliations: Research fellowships at Harvard, IMF, OECD, and UN institutions

Research Focus

Daianu's scholarship addresses monetary policy, euro area dynamics, and public finance. His recent work examines economic recovery in Eastern Europe post-Great Recession, while earlier publications analyze capitalism's ethical boundaries and Balkan post-war reconstruction. His research integrates macroeconomic theory with policy implementation in transitional economies.

Scientific Awards & Recognitions

• Member of the Romanian Academy (2013)
• Romanian Academy Prize in Economics (1992)
• CASE Fellow (2010)
• Leadership roles in European economic organizations
• Extensive international research fellowships