Pedro Passos Coelho

Prime Minister of Portugal

Pedro Passos Coelho - Prime Minister of Portugal
Born

July 24th, 1964
60 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Portugal

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An economist and politician served as the 118th Prime Minister of Portugal from June 2011 to November 2015. During the tenure, implemented austerity measures in response to the European debt crisis. Contributed to the stabilization of Portugal's economy and facilitated a return to financial markets after years of bailout programs. Oversaw the implementation of various economic reforms aimed at improving Portugal's fiscal situation and attracting foreign investment.

Served as Prime Minister of Portugal

Implemented austerity measures during the European debt crisis

Promoted economic reforms to stabilize the economy

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