
José Manuel Durão Barroso
José Manuel Durão Barroso is a prominent Portuguese politician and academic who served as the President of the European Commission from 2004 to 2014. During his tenure, he played a crucial role in navigating the EU through various crises, including the global financial crisis and the European debt crisis. Barroso, a member of the Social Democratic Party, previously held the position of Prime Minister of Portugal from 2002 to 2004. He has been influential in shaping EU policies and has continued to be involved in international affairs after leaving office, contributing to discussions on global governance and European integration.
Born on Mar 23, 1956 (69 years old)
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José Manuel Durão Barroso is a former president of the European Commission who emphasizes the need for a common European defense.
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José Manuel Durão Barroso previously led the European Commission before Valdis Dombrovskis.
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