Poroshenko invited the Balcerowicz to participate in reforms in Ukraine
The head of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko invited economist, politician, organizer and ideological inspirer of the Polish economic reforms Leszek Balcerowicz to participate in the implementation of reforms in Ukraine, the press service Poroshenko following the meeting, the head of Ukraine with Balcerowicz in Kiev.
Balcerowicz had previously held the post of Vice Prime Minister, Finance Minister and head of the National Bank of Poland.
Poroshenko said that Poland is an example of a country that has successfully reformed its economy and became a full member of the European Union and the Organization for economic cooperation and development (OECD). According to the Ukrainian President, Ukraine is in the process of reform is interested in the application of the Polish experience, for example the reform of local government.
The President said that Ukraine needs international support to stabilize the economy." Today We have a government with a high potential, very professional and Pro-European. We have a unique opportunity to carry out reforms in the country, " said Poroshenko, a recommendation that the Balcerowicz to participate in the reform.
the Creator of the Polish "shock therapy" drew attention to the importance of the three factors for the success of reforms: the existence of a strategy, a team of reformers and playfulness of their implementation. According to him, the refusal to accept the proper measures creates the danger of further deterioration of the situation.
Balcerowicz said that for Ukraine at the present time it is very important to demonstrate commitment to the course of reform, attention should be paid to the issue of reforming the budget, getting rid of any subsidies, but at the same time protecting the most vulnerable residents. The economist said that some time ago in Poland, the reduction of the budget deficit was also due to a decrease pension expense by increasing the retirement age to 67 years.