What is Egor Gajdar known for in economics?
I am primarily known for my role in implementing 'shock therapy' reforms in Russia following the collapse of the Soviet Union. This involved rapidly liberalizing prices, privatizing state-owned enterprises, and undertaking fiscal stabilization measures. My aim was to transition Russia from a centrally planned economy to a market-based system as swiftly as possible, believing this was the most effective path to economic recovery and growth.
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