Aigars Kalvītis

Latvian politician, former Prime Minister

Aigars Kalvītis - Latvian politician, former Prime Minister
Born

June 27th, 1966
59 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Latvia

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Served as the Prime Minister of Latvia from 2004 to 2007. Held positions in the government and was involved in various economic initiatives. Contributed to Latvia's EU accession process and various reforms during a significant economic transition. Actively participated in the establishment of policies aimed at stabilizing the economy.

Served as Prime Minister of Latvia from 2004 to 2007

Facilitated Latvia's integration into the European Union

Oversaw economic reforms during pivotal transitions

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