Ivan Kostov
Bulgarian politician, economist, prime minister
Ivan Yordanov Kostov (Bulgarian: Иван Йорданов Костов) (born 23 December 1949) is a Bulgarian politician. He was the 47th Prime Minister of Bulgaria in office from May 1997 to July 2001. He was leader of the Union of Democratic Forces (UDF) between December 1994 and July 2001.
Ivan Kostov | |
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Иван Костов | |
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47th Prime Minister of Bulgaria | |
In office 21 May 1997 – 24 July 2001 | |
President | Petar Stoyanov |
Preceded by | Stefan Sofiyanski (Acting) |
Succeeded by | Simeon Sakskoburggotski |
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Born | Sofia, Bulgaria | 23 December 1949
Political party | Union of Democratic Forces, Democrats for a Strong Bulgaria |
Spouse(s) | Elena Kostova |
Alma mater | University of National and World Economy, Sofia University |
Profession | Economist |
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