Tomislav Nikolić
Politician and 4th President of Serbia
Served as the 4th President of Serbia from 2012 to 2017. Played a significant role in Serbian politics, especially as a member of the Serbian Progressive Party, which he co-founded. Before the presidency, served as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense. Focused on reforms and European Union integration during tenure as president.
Served as the 4th President of Serbia
Co-founded the Serbian Progressive Party
Held the position of Deputy Prime Minister
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February 15th, 1985 41 years ago
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Born
February 15th, 1899 127 years ago
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Born
February 15th, 1934 92 years ago
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