Alexis Tsipras

Greek politician and Prime Minister

Alexis Tsipras - Greek politician and Prime Minister
Born

July 28th, 1974
51 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Greece

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Served as the 186th Prime Minister of Greece from January 2015 to August 2015 and again from September 2015 to July 2019. Played a significant role during the Greek debt crisis and led the left-wing political party, Syriza. Advocated for anti-austerity measures and reforms in Greece's economic policies. Worked to negotiate with international creditors and pursued social reforms including healthcare and education improvements.

Led Syriza to victory in January 2015 elections

Negotiated bailout agreements with EU

Implemented significant economic reforms

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