Simeon Saxe-Coburg-Gotha
Bulgarian politician, former Prime Minister
Born
June 16th, 1937
87 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Bulgaria
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Served as the 48th Prime Minister of Bulgaria from July 2001 to June 2005. During this term, focused on reforming Bulgaria’s economy and advancing its integration into the European Union and NATO. Led the National Movement for Stability and Progress party, promoting a centrist agenda that attracted both reformist and conservative voters. Prior to entering politics, spent significant time in exile following the 1946 abolition of the Bulgarian monarchy. Returned to Bulgaria in 1996, gradually transitioning from royal duties to political life, witnessing significant political changes in the country.
Served as Prime Minister from 2001 to 2005
Led Bulgaria's accession negotiations to the EU
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