Иван Костов
Иван Костов is a prominent Bulgarian politician who served as the Prime Minister of Bulgaria from 1997 to 2001. He was a key figure in the transition of Bulgaria from a communist regime to a parliamentary democracy. As the leader of the United Democratic Forces, Kostov implemented significant economic reforms and strengthened Bulgaria's ties with Western institutions, paving the way for the country's eventual NATO and EU membership. His tenure was marked by both supporters, who praised his economic policies, and critics, who pointed to social challenges that arose during his time in office.
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