Andrei Illarionov

Andrei Illarionov is a Russian economist, political scientist, and public figure. He served as a senior policy advisor to Vladimir Putin from 2000 to 2005 but later became a vocal critic of Putin's administration. Illarionov holds a PhD in economics from the Harvard University and has written extensively on energy policy, economic development, and international relations. He is known for his expertise on Russian economy and politics. Illarionov currently resides in the United States.