Eddie Fenech Adami
Maltese lawyer and politician, ex-President
A lawyer and politician, served as the 7th President of Malta from 2004 to 2009. Played a pivotal role in Maltese politics, particularly in the Nationalist Party, and held the position of Prime Minister from 1992 to 1996 and again from 1998 to 2004. Contributed to Malta's accession to the European Union in 2004. Advocated for various social reforms and participated in numerous international discussions representing Malta.
Served as Prime Minister of Malta
Led Malta into the European Union
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