Bijografiji lawrence gonzi biography

Lawrence Gonzi KUOM born 1 July is a Maltese politician, [ 2 ] retired Nationalist politician and lawyer , who served for twenty-five years in various critical roles in Maltese politics.

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He also served as speaker of the House from to , and Minister of Social Policy from to , as well as deputy prime minister from to Taking over as prime minister from Eddie Fenech Adami , Lawrence Gonzi led the islands through the delicate first years of EU membership. He piloted crucial economic and political reforms, spearheaded Malta's adoption of the euro , and the entry into force of the Schengen agreement.

Following a razor-thin electoral victory in , perceptions of arrogance in his cabinet, fomented by the Labour Party opposition and rebel backbenchers, dented his second term of office. Following the loss of a financial vote, his government lost supply in December The Nationalist party went on to lose the successive general election , leading to Gonzi's resignation and eventual retirement from politics.

Gonzi stressed the need to ensure sustainable development and environmental stewardship on the islands, also focusing on strengthening the education and healthcare sectors. In international diplomacy, Gonzi was lauded for his role in the Libyan Revolution , breaking Malta's long relationship with the Gaddafi regime , and siding with the rebels.

Additionally, his humanitarian response to the migratory pressures enfolding around Malta led to the first voluntary European migrant burden sharing pact.

The decision taken by the Broadcasting Authority to allow the popular PBS show Bijografiji to be dedicated to former Prime Minister and Labour leader Alfred.

He is the grandnephew of Mikiel Gonzi , Archbishop of Malta from until He began his education at the Archbishop's Seminary in Floriana , continuing his studies there until sitting for his matriculation exams. Gonzi attended the University of Malta , studying law and graduating as a lawyer in His strong commitment to his Catholic faith led him to join the Malta Catholic Action Movement, serving as its general president between and The couple have three children David, Mikela and Paul , five grandchildren and live in Marsascala.

The political and religious turmoil in Malta during the s moved him to get involved in local politics.