Aníbal Cavaco Silva
Economist and 19th President of Portugal
Born
July 15th, 1939
85 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Portugal
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Born in 1939, a prominent Portuguese economist and politician served as the 19th President of the Portuguese Republic from 2006 to 2016. Prior to his presidency, held the position of Prime Minister from 1985 to 1995, implementing significant economic reforms. Also served as Minister of Finance and played a key role in Portugal's entry into the European Economic Community. His tenure as President was marked by a focus on economic stability and European integration.
Served as Prime Minister from 1985 to 1995
Held the presidency from 2006 to 2016
Facilitated Portugal's entry into the EEC
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