Dalia Grybauskaitė

Lithuanian politician, 8th President

Dalia Grybauskaitė - Lithuanian politician, 8th President
Born

March 1st, 1956
69 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Lithuania

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Served as the 8th President of Lithuania from 2009 to 2019. Held the position of a Member of the European Commission for Financial Programming and the Budget from 2004 to 2009. Prior to her presidency, worked in various government roles focusing on economic and social policy. Contributed to Lithuania's integration into the European Union and NATO, strengthening the country's international relations and ensuring its security. After presidency, continued to participate in international forums and discussions on global issues.

Served two terms as President of Lithuania

Worked as a member of the European Commission

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