Ethan Ilzetzki

Ethan Ilzetzki is an economist and academic known for his work on international economics and fiscal policy, particularly in the context of defense spending. He is a professor at the London School of Economics, where he has contributed to discussions on the economic implications of military expenditures, arguing that borrowing for defense is often necessary during times of geopolitical threats. Ilzetzki recently gained attention for his insights presented at the Munich Security Conference, where he emphasized the need for European nations to increase defense budgets to enhance economic performance amid security challenges.