Nadia Calviño

Nadia Calviño, born on October third, nineteen sixty-eight, is a prominent Spanish economist and civil servant who has made significant contributions to her country’s economic landscape. As of January twenty twenty-four, she serves as the President of the European Investment Bank, a role that underscores her expertise and leadership in economic matters.

Calviño's political journey began in earnest when she joined the cabinet of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez in June twenty eighteen, where she held the position of Minister of Economy. During her tenure, the portfolio underwent several name changes, reflecting the evolving economic priorities of Spain. Initially, she oversaw the Ministry of Economy and Business until twenty twenty, followed by Economic Affairs and Digital Transformation until twenty twenty-three, and finally, Economy, Trade and Business.

In addition to her ministerial role, Calviño was appointed Deputy Prime Minister of Spain in twenty twenty, serving in various capacities including Third Deputy Prime Minister, Second Deputy Prime Minister, and ultimately First Deputy Prime Minister until December twenty twenty-three. Her ascent through these ranks highlights her pivotal role in shaping Spain's economic policies during a transformative period.

Before her political career, Calviño built a solid foundation in economics, starting with various positions within the Ministry of Economy. In two thousand six, she transitioned to the European Commission, where she worked across several directorates-general. Her expertise culminated in her appointment as Director-General for Budget in two thousand fourteen, a position she held until her return to Spain in twenty eighteen.