Inigo Urkullu vs Keith Mitchell

Urkullu was elected as the seventh Lehendakari (President) of the Basque Autonomous Community, representing the Basque Nationalist Party (PNV). His election marked a continuation of moderate Basque nationalism and a focus on economic recovery and self-government within Spain.

Urkullu was re-elected as Lehendakari after the PNV won the Basque parliamentary elections. His second term focused on consolidating economic growth, expanding social policies, and negotiating a new fiscal pact with the Spanish government.

Urkullu's government successfully negotiated a new Economic Agreement (Concierto Econ

Urkullu led the Basque government's response to the final dissolution of the armed group ETA. He promoted a policy of reconciliation and support for victims, while navigating the political implications of the end of decades of conflict in the Basque Country.

Urkullu secured a third term as Lehendakari after the PNV won the 2020 Basque elections. His leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic and continued advocacy for Basque self-government were central to his re-election.

Keith Mitchell led the New National Party to victory in the 1995 general election, becoming Prime Minister of Grenada. This began his tenure as the country's longest-serving prime minister, spanning multiple terms.

Mitchell won a third consecutive term in the 2003 general election, a rare achievement in Grenadian politics. His New National Party secured a majority, extending his influence over the country's development.

Mitchell's New National Party was defeated by the National Democratic Congress in the 2008 general election, ending his 13-year tenure as prime minister. He stepped down as party leader temporarily.

Mitchell led the New National Party to a landslide victory in the 2013 general election, winning all 15 seats in Parliament. This marked his return as prime minister after a five-year hiatus.

Mitchell secured a fourth term as prime minister in the 2018 general election, again winning all 15 seats. This extended his record as Grenada's longest-serving leader, with a focus on infrastructure and tourism.