Poul Schluter

ModernPoliticianDenmark1929 — ?

First conservative Danish prime minister in a century.

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Quick Facts

Born

1929

Country

Denmark

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)38

Political (20%)72

Influence (20%)75

Legacy (20%)62

Leadership (15%)80

Strategy (15%)35

Total Score62.7

Poul Schluter — Complete Timeline

1982 AD

Appointed Prime Minister of DenmarkPolitical Action◆ Major

Schluter became Prime Minister in September 1982, leading a coalition of Conservative, Liberal, Centre Democratic, and Christian People's parties. He was the first conservative PM since 1901.

Danish PoliticsConservative Government

Impact: national

Longest-Serving Danish Prime MinisterPolitical Action◆ Major

Schluter served as Prime Minister for over 10 years (1982-1993). His government implemented economic reforms, including austerity measures and tax cuts.

Danish PoliticsEconomic Reform

Impact: national

1993 AD

Resignation Over Tamil Refugee ScandalPolitical Action◆ Major

Schluter resigned in January 1993 after a parliamentary inquiry found he misled parliament about the handling of Tamil refugee family reunification cases. This ended his tenure.

Danish PoliticsScandal

Impact: nationaltragic