Basic Information

• Born on August 28, 1957 in Zagreb, Croatia. Holds doctorates in law and music from the University of Zagreb, where he taught criminal and international criminal law.
• Participated in drafting Croatia’s criminal code and served as a legal advisor at the International Criminal Court.
• Joined the Social Democratic Party in the 1990s and was a Member of Parliament from 2003 to 2010.

Key Achievements

• President of Croatia from 2010 to 2015.
• Led Croatia’s EU accession in 2013, promoted regional reconciliation, and advocated for judicial reform and anti-corruption.
• Known for his moderate, rational leadership and commitment to rule of law and regional cooperation.

Social Impact

• Seen as a transformative figure in Croatia’s modern history.
• After office, remains active in Southeast European public affairs, focusing on governance, human rights, and legal reform.