About
Loukas Papademos is a Greek economist and academic who has held several prominent positions in both national and international institutions. He served as Prime Minister of Greece from November 2011 to May 2012, leading a national unity government during the height of the Greek debt crisis. Prior to that, he was the Vice-President of the European Central Bank from 2002 to 2010, playing a key role in shaping European monetary policy. He also served as the Governor of the Bank of Greece from 1994 to 2002.
Career Timeline
Governor of Bank Greece
Appointed Governor of the Bank of Greece, prepares for Eurozone entry.
ECB Vice-President
Becomes Vice-President of the European Central Bank, shaping monetary policy.
Greek Prime Minister
Appointed Prime Minister during the Greek debt crisis.
Leaves Prime Minister Office
Leaves office after leading a national unity government.
Returns to Academia
Returns to academia and advisory roles, leveraging his economics expertise.
Continues Economic Analysis
Remains an influential economist, providing analysis on financial matters.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026