Mohamed Ghannouchi

ModernPoliticianTunisia1941 — ?

Tunisian prime minister during Arab Spring.

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Quick Facts

Born

1941

Country

Tunisia

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)38

Political (20%)32

Influence (20%)49

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)38

Strategy (15%)45

Total Score40.7

Mohamed Ghannouchi — Complete Timeline

1999 AD

Appointment as Prime MinisterPolitical Action◆ Major

Mohamed Ghannouchi was appointed Prime Minister of Tunisia by President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali in 1999. He served in this role for over a decade, overseeing economic policies under the authoritarian regime.

Ben Ali eraGovernment

Impact: national

2011 AD

Resignation During the Arab SpringPolitical Action

Following the ouster of President Ben Ali on January 14, 2011, Ghannouchi initially remained as prime minister. He resigned on February 27, 2011, after weeks of protests demanding the removal of all Ben Ali-era officials from government.

Arab SpringResignation

Impact: national