Wilfried Martens

Wilfried Martens was born on 19 April 1936 and died on 9 October 2013.

He led nine governments from 1979 to 1992.
During this period, he completed the first two phases of the reform of the State.

Political party: CVP

Studies

Law, Notary, and Thomistic Philosophy

1998: Charles V Prize for his contribution to the construction of the European Union
1993-1996: President of the Christian Democrats in the European Union
1992: Minister of State
1990: President of the European People's Party (EPP)
1979-1992: Prime Minister of nine consecutive governments From 1982, priority is given to a drastic recovery policy for Belgium in social, economic, and financial areas Numerous crises complicate government work: the steel industry, nuclear missiles, Voeren, and the abortion issue
1976: Co-founder of the European People's Party
1974-1991: Member of Parliament for the Ghent-Eeklo district
1972-1979: President of the CVP He plays a prominent role in community negotiations
1967-1971: President of the CVP Youth

Begins as an advisor in various ministerial cabinets