Sergiu Certan is a Moldovan economist and academic, known for his significant contributions in the field of economic transition mechanisms. Born on April 17, 1952, in Chișinău, Certan has had a notable career, particularly in the early 1990s when Moldova was navigating the transition from a Soviet republic to an independent market economy.Certan served as the Minister of Economy of Moldova from July 1, 1992, to April 5, 1994, under President Mircea Snegur and Prime Minister Andrei Sangheli. During his tenure, he played a crucial role in implementing economic policies aimed at stabilizing and reforming the Moldovan economy​.In addition to his political career, Certan is recognized for his academic achievements. He was elected as a corresponding member of the Academy of Sciences of Moldova in 1992, reflecting his expertise and contributions to the field of economics. His work focuses on the economic mechanisms of transitioning to a market economy, an area in which he has published extensively and influenced policy-making​​.Currently, Sergiu Certan continues to be an influential figure in Moldovan economic circles, contributing to both academic and practical discussions on economic development and policy.