Ilir Meta

ModernPoliticianAlbania1969 — ?

Albanian president who clashed with Rama.

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Quick Facts

Born

1969

Country

Albania

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)49

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)53

Legacy (20%)44

Leadership (15%)53

Strategy (15%)45

Total Score51.8

Ilir Meta — Complete Timeline

2017 AD

Elected President of AlbaniaPolitical Action◆ Major

Meta was elected President by parliament, serving until 2022. His presidency was marked by frequent clashes with Prime Minister Edi Rama, leading to political instability.

PresidencyPoliticsAlbania

Impact: nationaldestructive

2019 AD

Clashed with Prime Minister Edi Rama over judicial reformPolitical Action◆ Major

Meta opposed Rama's judicial reform, vetoing laws and calling for a referendum. This led to a constitutional crisis and protests, with the EU mediating the dispute.

Judicial ReformPolitical CrisisEU

Impact: nationaldestructive

2021 AD

Impeached by parliamentPolitical Action◆ Major

Meta was impeached by the Albanian parliament for allegedly violating the constitution by interfering in elections. The Constitutional Court later dismissed the impeachment, but the process deepened political divisions.

ImpeachmentConstitutional CrisisAlbania

Impact: nationaldestructive

2022 AD

Ended his presidencyPolitical Action

Meta's term ended in 2022, and he was succeeded by Bajram Begaj. His presidency was one of the most contentious in Albanian history, marked by constant conflict with the government.

PresidencyEnd of TermPolitics

Impact: national