Vojislav Koštunica

Serbian politician, 8th Prime Minister

Vojislav Koštunica - Serbian politician, 8th Prime Minister
Born

March 24th, 1944
81 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Serbia

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Served as the 8th Prime Minister of Serbia from 2004 to 2008. Played a significant role in Serbia's transition following the regime of Slobodan Milošević. Led the Democratic Party of Serbia and participated in the negotiations for the Declaration of Independence of Kosovo. Engaged in international diplomacy regarding Serbia's position in the Balkan region and emphasized the importance of national sovereignty.

Served as Prime Minister of Serbia

Played a key role in Kosovo's status negotiations

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