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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