Zoran Milanovic

ModernPoliticianCroatia1966 — ?

Current Croatian president, former prime minister.

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Quick Facts

Born

1966

Country

Croatia

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)38

Political (20%)72

Influence (20%)74

Legacy (20%)58

Leadership (15%)77

Strategy (15%)35

Total Score61.4

Zoran Milanovic — Complete Timeline

2011 AD

Election as Prime Minister of CroatiaPolitical Action◆ Major

Zoran Milanovi

ElectionSDPGovernment

Impact: nationalconstructive

Completion of EU Accession TreatyPolitical Action

Under Milanovi

EU AccessionTreatyIntegration

Impact: regionalconstructive

2020 AD

Election as President of CroatiaPolitical Action◆ Major

Milanović was elected President of Croatia in the 2019-2020 presidential election, defeating incumbent Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović. As president, he has taken a more assertive role in foreign policy and has been critical of the government's handling of various issues.

ElectionPresidencyPolitical Shift

Impact: national

2022 AD

Controversial Statements on Ukraine WarPolitical Action◆ Major

Milanović made controversial statements regarding the Russian invasion of Ukraine, criticizing Western support for Ukraine and calling for neutrality. These remarks strained Croatia's relations with NATO and the EU, and were seen as a departure from mainstream Western policy.

Foreign PolicyUkraine WarControversy

Impact: regional