Pedro Pires

ModernPoliticianCape Verde1934 — ?

Cape Verdean PM who became president.

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Quick Facts

Born

1934

Country

Cape Verde

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)60

Influence (20%)56

Legacy (20%)48

Leadership (15%)78

Strategy (15%)44

Total Score56.1

Pedro Pires — Complete Timeline

1975 AD

Prime Minister of Cape VerdePolitical Action◆ Major

Pedro Pires served as the first Prime Minister of Cape Verde from independence until 1991. He was a key figure in the PAIGC government, focusing on economic planning and social development.

Prime MinisterGovernanceCape Verde

Impact: nationalconstructive

2001 AD

President of Cape VerdePolitical Action◆ Major

Pires was elected President of Cape Verde, serving two terms until 2011. His presidency was marked by political stability, economic growth, and the consolidation of democratic institutions.

PresidencyDemocracyCape Verde

Impact: nationalconstructive

2011 AD

Awarded the Mo Ibrahim PrizeCultural◆ Major

Pires received the Mo Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership, recognizing his role in promoting democracy, good governance, and economic development in Cape Verde.

AwardLeadershipCape Verde

Impact: globalconstructive