Dalia Grybauskaite

ModernPoliticianLithuania1956 — ?

Iron Lady, first female Lithuanian president.

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Quick Facts

Born

1956

Country

Lithuania

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)49

Political (20%)60

Influence (20%)55

Legacy (20%)43

Leadership (15%)80

Strategy (15%)42

Total Score54.6

Dalia Grybauskaite — Complete Timeline

2009 AD

Election as President of LithuaniaPolitical Action

Dalia Grybauskaite was elected President of Lithuania in May 2009, becoming the first female president in the country's history. She won with 68% of the vote, running as an independent candidate with a platform of anti-corruption and fiscal responsibility.

Lithuanian PoliticsFirst Female PresidentElection

Impact: nationalprogressive

2014 AD

Re-election as President of LithuaniaPolitical Action◆ Major

Grybauskaite was re-elected for a second term in May 2014, winning 57% of the vote in the first round. Her second term focused on strengthening Lithuania's defense against Russian aggression and deepening European Union integration.

Lithuanian PoliticsRe-electionDefense

Impact: national

Leadership during the Russian annexation of CrimeaPolitical Action◆ Major

Grybauskaite took a strong stance against Russia's annexation of Crimea in 2014, calling for NATO to increase its presence in the Baltic region. She advocated for sanctions against Russia and supported Ukraine's sovereignty, earning her the nickname 'Iron Lady'.

Lithuanian PoliticsForeign PolicyNATORussia

Impact: regionalconstructive