József Antall

Hungarian politician and historian

József Antall - Hungarian politician and historian
Born

1932
93 years ago

Died

December 12th, 1993
31 years ago — 61 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Hungary

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Served as the 35th Prime Minister of Hungary from 1990 until death in 1993. Played a significant role in the transition of Hungary from a communist state to a parliamentary democracy following the end of Soviet influence in Eastern Europe. Focused on economic reforms aimed at market liberalization and integration into European institutions. Contributed to Hungary's foreign policy development during the early post-communist period.

Served as the first freely elected Prime Minister after communism

Led Hungary's transition to a market economy

Promoted Hungary's integration into NATO and the EU

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