Mário Soares

Mário Soares

politician Portugal

Mário Soares was a prominent Portuguese politician and statesman, known for his role as the Prime Minister of Portugal and later as the President. He was a key figure in the country's transition to democracy following the Carnation Revolution in 1974. As a founding member of the Socialist Party, Soares played a significant role in shaping modern Portuguese politics and was instrumental in Portugal's entry into the European Union. He served as Prime Minister twice, first from 1976 to 1978 and then from 1983 to 1985, and was elected President from 1986 to 1996. His legacy includes his commitment to social democracy, European integration, and his efforts to promote human rights.

Born on Dec 07, 1924 (101 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
17,195
Power
405$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Portugal 1 7.00 0.17% +0% 10,196,709 17,195 $240,000 405$
Totals 1 10,196,709 17,195 $240,000 405$
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Recent Mentions

Portugal Portugal: Mário Soares held the previous record for the most visits abroad as president with over 160 visits. 7

Público: De Belém para 60 países: o rasto diplomático das 176 viagens de Marcelo | Presidente da República

Portugal Portugal: A book about the 100 years of Mário Soares was present during the meeting between Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa and António José Seguro. 6

Público: Seguro entrou mudo, saiu calado: Marcelo fez-lhe visita guiada pelo Palácio de Belém | Presidenciais 2026

Portugal Portugal: Mário Soares held the record for the most votes in a re-election in Portugal before António José Seguro. 8

Público: O país acorda mais Seguro | Podcast Soundbite

Portugal Portugal: Mário Soares held the record for the most votes in a presidential election in Portugal before António José Seguro. 8

Público: Portugal escolhe Seguro com recorde absoluto de votos | Presidenciais 2026