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Russian PM who became opposition figure.
Kasyanov was appointed Minister of Finance of Russia. He managed the country's finances after the 1998 crisis, implementing austerity measures and restructuring debt.
Kasyanov was appointed Prime Minister by President Putin. He served until 2004, overseeing economic growth and reforms, but was dismissed amid political tensions.
After leaving office, Kasyanov became a vocal critic of Putin. He joined the opposition movement, co-chairing the People's Freedom Party and running for president in 2008.
Kasyanov was convicted in absentia of embezzlement by a Russian court. He claimed the charges were politically motivated, and the case was criticized by human rights groups.