María Teresa Fernández de la Vega

María Teresa Fernández de la Vega is a distinguished Spanish politician and lawyer who served as the first female Deputy Prime Minister of Spain under José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero from 2004 to 2010. A member of the Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE), she played a significant role in advancing gender equality policies and represented Spain in various international forums. De la Vega is known for her strong advocacy for women's rights and has been an influential figure in Spanish politics.