Vladimir Voronin

Moldovan politician, 3rd President of Moldova

Vladimir Voronin - Moldovan politician, 3rd President of Moldova
Born

May 25th, 1941
83 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Moldova

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Served as the 3rd President of Moldova from 2001 to 2009. Led the Party of Communists of the Republic of Moldova, which won the 2001 parliamentary elections. Implemented several reforms aimed at modernizing the economy and improving relations with the European Union. His presidency was marked by efforts to strengthen Moldova's sovereignty while navigating relationships with both the European community and Russia.

Served as President of Moldova from 2001 to 2009

Led the Party of Communists to victory in 2001 elections

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