Ivan Gašparovič
Slovak lawyer and politician, 3rd President
Born
March 27th, 1941
84 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Slovakia
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Served as the 3rd President of Slovakia from 2004 to 2014. Prior to the presidency, engaged in Slovak politics, holding various key positions including Foreign Minister and the first Speaker of the National Council after the dissolution of Czechoslovakia. Contributed to the establishment of Slovakia as an independent nation following its split from Czechoslovakia. Advocated for European integration and bilateral relations throughout the presidency.
Served two terms as President of Slovakia
Held the position of Foreign Minister of Slovakia
Was the first Speaker of the National Council of Slovakia
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