Traian Băsescu a împlinit 75 de ani. Drumul către cea mai înaltă funcție în stat

Traian Băsescu celebrates his 75th birthday today, marking a controversial political career in Romania. His journey began post-Revolution, leading to significant roles including Minister of Transport and Mayor of Bucharest. His presidency was marked by crises, including the kidnapping of journalists in Iraq and Romania's EU accession. Băsescu faced political conflicts, notably with Prime Minister Tăriceanu, leading to his suspension and subsequent return. His second term included austerity measures that affected his popularity. After ten years in office, he handed over the presidency to Klaus Iohannis in 2014, leaving a lasting impact on Romania's political landscape.