Basic Information:

• Born on September 1, 1954, in Belgrade, former Yugoslavia.
• Graduated from the University of Belgrade Faculty of Law, specialized in legal affairs.
• Served as Prime Minister and Speaker of Parliament before being elected President of Montenegro in 2003.
• Re-elected and served three consecutive terms until 2018.

Major Achievements:

• Successfully led Montenegro’s independence referendum in 2006 and secured international recognition as the first president of independent Montenegro.
• Advocated for Montenegro’s NATO membership and accelerated its path toward EU accession.
• Reformed the country’s economic system, attracting foreign investment and improving tourism and energy sectors.

Social Impact:

• Strengthened Montenegro’s role in European politics and facilitated its integration into the EU market.
• Promoted peace and stability in the Western Balkans, fostering regional cooperation.