Minister for Finance (1988–1998)
Interview with Philippe Maystadt (Nivelles, 11 November 2015) — Excerpt: His appointment as Finance Minister in 1988
VideoIn this interview excerpt, Philippe Maystadt, Belgian Finance Minister from 1988 to 1998, discusses the circumstances surrounding his appointment to this office during the formation of the Martens VIII government.
Interview with Philippe Maystadt (Nivelles, 11 November 2015) — Excerpt: The priorities of Belgium’s economic, financial and monetary policy in 1988
VideoIn this interview excerpt, Philippe Maystadt, Belgian Finance Minister from 1988 to 1998, outlines the priorities of Belgium’s economic, financial and monetary policy in 1988, particularly mentioning the reform of the country’s public debt management strategy.
Interview with Philippe Maystadt (Nivelles, 11 November 2015) — Excerpt: First meeting with Jean-Claude Juncker
VideoIn this interview excerpt, Philippe Maystadt, Belgian Finance Minister from 1988 to 1998, discusses his first encounter with Jean-Claude Juncker, Luxembourg Finance Minister from 1989 to 2009, and emphasises their similar approach to social questions.