Andrej Plenkovic

ModernPoliticianCroatia1970 — ?

Current Croatian prime minister since 2016.

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Quick Facts

Born

1970

Country

Croatia

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)49

Political (20%)63

Influence (20%)48

Legacy (20%)37

Leadership (15%)66

Strategy (15%)43

Total Score49.6

Andrej Plenkovic — Complete Timeline

2016 AD

Appointed Prime Minister of CroatiaPolitical Action◆ Major

Plenkovic was appointed as the Prime Minister of Croatia, leading a coalition government of the Croatian Democratic Union (HDZ) and the Bridge of Independent Lists (Most). His government focused on economic recovery, tax reform, and EU integration.

AppointmentPrime MinisterCoalition

Impact: national

2020 AD

Croatia assumed the rotating presidency of the Council of the European UnionPolitical Action◆ Major

Under Plenkovic's leadership, Croatia held the rotating presidency of the Council of the EU. The presidency managed the EU's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including the adoption of the NextGenerationEU recovery fund.

EU PresidencyCOVID-19Recovery Fund

Impact: regionalconstructive

Re-elected Prime Minister of CroatiaPolitical Action◆ Major

Plenkovic was re-elected as Prime Minister after the HDZ won the parliamentary election. He formed a new government with the support of minority parties, continuing his focus on economic recovery and EU funds.

Re-electionPrime MinisterEU Funds

Impact: national

2023 AD

Croatia adopted the euro as its currencyPolitical Action

Under Plenkovic's government, Croatia adopted the euro as its official currency, replacing the kuna. This was a major step in economic integration with the EU, facilitating trade and travel.

Euro AdoptionEconomic IntegrationEU

Impact: regionalconstructive