Mart Laar
Politician and historian, Prime Minister
Born
April 22nd, 1960
65 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Estonia
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A prominent Estonian historian and politician, served as the 9th Prime Minister of Estonia from 1992 to 1994 and again from 1999 to 2002. Played a key role in Estonia's transition to a market economy and modernization after the Soviet era. Instrumental in implementing economic reforms that laid the foundation for economic growth. Contributed to the development of Estonia's national identity and historical understanding through various writings and speeches.
Served as Prime Minister of Estonia twice
Implemented significant economic reforms
Authored works on Estonian history
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