Aleksander Kwaśniewski

Polish politician and former President

Aleksander Kwaśniewski - Polish politician and former President
Born

November 15th, 1954
70 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Poland

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Served as the 3rd President of Poland from 1995 to 2005. As President, played a significant role in Poland's integration with NATO and the European Union. Earlier, held the position of Minister of Youth Affairs and served as a member of the Polish parliament. After presidential term, engaged in various international activities and served as Chairman of the Board of the European Council on Foreign Relations.

Served two terms as President of Poland

Facilitated Poland's NATO membership

Oversaw Poland's EU accession process

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