Herman Van Rompuy

Belgian Prime Minister and EU President

Herman Van Rompuy - Belgian Prime Minister and EU President
Born

October 31st, 1947
77 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Belgium

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Served as the 66th Prime Minister of Belgium from 2008 to 2009. Held the position of President of the European Council from 2010 to 2014, focusing on economic stability and institutional reforms within Europe. Worked in various political roles, including as a member of the House of Representatives and Minister of Budget. Contributed to Belgian and European politics through negotiations and leadership during times of crisis.

Led Belgium as Prime Minister during a government crisis

Served as the first permanent President of the European Council

Promoted economic policies to address the Eurozone crisis

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