Costas Simitis
Costas Simitis is a prominent Greek politician who served as Prime Minister from 1996 to 2004, leading the country during a time of significant economic growth and modernization. Known for his role in advancing Greece's integration into the European Union, Simitis also faced criticism regarding his government's handling of various crises, including the tragic sinking of the ferry 'Saminas Express' in 2000, which resulted in the loss of 81 lives. His tenure was marked by efforts to reform the Greek economy and public administration, but he remains a contentious figure in Greek political history.
Born on Jun 23, 1946 (79 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Greece | 2 | 6.00 | 0.18% | +0% | 10,423,054 | 18,613 | $190,000 | 339$ |
| Totals | 2 | 10,423,054 | 18,613 | $190,000 | 339$ |
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Greece:
Evangelos Venizelos expressed pride in serving in the last government of Costas Simitis.
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Greece:
The last serious attempt at tax reform was made during Costas Simitis's government in 2003.
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Greece:
Costas Simitis was mentioned for his contributions to water management during his time in office.
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Greece:
Costas Simitis was the Prime Minister who faced challenges in passing agreements through Parliament.
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Greece:
Costas Simitis was mentioned in relation to Savvopoulos's views on the need for capable leaders.
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Greece:
Costas Simitis was the Prime Minister during the time the text was selected for the school curriculum.
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Greece:
Costas Simitis is mentioned as a personality whose presence did not favor extremities.
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Greece:
Gerhard Schröder had great respect for Costas Simitis and believed that we would facilitate Turkey's European path.
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Greece:
Costas Simitis succeeded Andreas Papandreou as the leader of PASOK in 1996.
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Greece:
Costas Simitis was elected as the new leader of PASOK following the death of Andreas Papandreou.
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