Alexander Van der Bellen

ModernPoliticianAustria1944 — ?

Austrian president, former Greens leader.

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Quick Facts

Born

1944

Country

Austria

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)49

Political (20%)63

Influence (20%)53

Legacy (20%)46

Leadership (15%)72

Strategy (15%)43

Total Score54.1

Alexander Van der Bellen — Complete Timeline

2016 AD

Elected President of AustriaPolitical Action◆ Major

Alexander Van der Bellen was elected President of Austria on December 4, 2016, in a runoff election against Norbert Hofer of the Freedom Party. He won 53.8% of the vote, becoming the first president from the Green Party.

Presidential ElectionGreen Party Victory

Impact: nationalconstructive

2017 AD

Swearing in of Sebastian Kurz as ChancellorPolitical Action

As president, Van der Bellen swore in Sebastian Kurz as Chancellor on December 18, 2017, despite concerns about the coalition with the Freedom Party. He emphasized the importance of democratic values and European integration.

Swearing-in CeremonyCoalition Government

Impact: national

2022 AD

Re-elected President of AustriaPolitical Action◆ Major

Van der Bellen was re-elected for a second term on October 9, 2022, winning 56.7% of the vote in the first round. His victory was seen as a reaffirmation of centrist and pro-European values against far-right challengers.

Re-electionPresidential Term

Impact: nationalconstructive