Alenka Bratušek

Slovenian politician and former Prime Minister

Alenka Bratušek - Slovenian politician and former Prime Minister
Born

March 31st, 1970
55 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Slovenia

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Served as the 7th Prime Minister of Slovenia from 2013 to 2014. Was the first woman to hold the position. In 2014, led the Positive Slovenia party, focusing on economic recovery and addressing financial crises. Served as the Minister of Development and European Affairs prior to premiership, advocating for Slovenia's interests in the European Union.

First woman Prime Minister of Slovenia

Minister of Development and European Affairs

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