Gediminas Kirkilas

Lithuanian politician, Prime Minister

Gediminas Kirkilas - Lithuanian politician, Prime Minister
Born

August 30th, 1951
74 years ago

Died

2024
1 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Lithuania

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Served as the 11th Prime Minister of Lithuania from 2006 to 2008, overseeing the country's EU and NATO integration. Held various governmental positions, including Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence. His term saw notable economic growth, and he emphasized social policy reforms and EU alignment.

Served as Prime Minister from 2006 to 2008

Was a Deputy Prime Minister

Held the position of Minister of Defence

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