Miro Cerar

Slovenian politician and Prime Minister

Miro Cerar - Slovenian politician and Prime Minister
Born

August 25th, 1963
61 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Slovenia

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A lawyer and politician served as the 8th Prime Minister of Slovenia from 2014 to 2018. Led the Party of Modern Centre, focusing on economic reforms and social policies. Oversaw the country's recovery following the European debt crisis and emphasized the importance of EU integration during tenure. Resigned in 2018 amid a political crisis but continued to play a role in Slovenian politics.

Served as 8th Prime Minister of Slovenia

Led the Party of Modern Centre

Focused on economic reforms

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