Stanislav Gross

Czech politician and Prime Minister

Stanislav Gross - Czech politician and Prime Minister
Born

October 30th, 1969
55 years ago

Died

April 16th, 2015
10 years ago — 45 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Czech Republic

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Served as the fifth Prime Minister of the Czech Republic from 2004 to 2005. His political career began in the early 1990s, joining the Social Democratic Party. Worked as a lawyer and held various positions within the party. Focused on domestic issues during his tenure as Prime Minister while facing criticism for governmental decisions and economic challenges.

Served as Prime Minister from 2004 to 2005.

Held leadership positions in the Social Democratic Party.

Contributed to domestic policy formulation.

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