Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa

ModernPoliticianPortugal1948 — ?

Current Portuguese president, law professor.

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Quick Facts

Born

1948

Country

Portugal

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)53

Legacy (20%)41

Leadership (15%)72

Strategy (15%)43

Total Score53.8

Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa — Complete Timeline

2015 AD

Constitutional Role in Government FormationPolitical Action◆ Major

As president-elect, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa played a key role in forming a government after the 2015 election. He appointed Ant

GovernmentConstitutionDemocracy

Impact: nationalconstructive

2016 AD

Elected President of PortugalPolitical Action◆ Major

Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa won the Portuguese presidential election with 52% of the vote. He succeeded An

ElectionPresidency

Impact: nationalconstructive

2020 AD

COVID-19 Pandemic ResponsePolitical Action◆ Major

Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa used his presidential powers to declare states of emergency during the COVID-19 pandemic. He supported the government's lockdown measures and gave regular addresses to the nation, promoting unity.

PandemicLeadershipCrisis

Impact: nationalconstructive

2021 AD

Re-election as PresidentPolitical Action◆ Major

Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa was re-elected with 60.7% of the vote in the first round. His victory reflected broad public support for his consensual style and handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

ElectionRe-election

Impact: nationalconstructive