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Rumiana Ruseva JelevaFormer Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria
Date of Birth: 18.04.1969
Country:  Bulgaria |
Content:
- Early Life and Political Career
- European Parliament
- European Commission Nomination
- Resignation and Aftermath
Early Life and Political Career
Born in Sofia, Bulgaria, Rumiana Zheleva began her political career in the early 2000s. She joined the Citizens for European Development of Bulgaria (GERB) party and gained prominence within its ranks.
European Parliament
In 2007 and 2009, Zheleva was elected as a Member of the European Parliament (MEP) representing GERB. She held this position until her resignation in 2010.
European Commission Nomination
In October 2009, Prime Minister Boiko Borisov nominated Zheleva as Bulgaria's candidate for the post of European Commissioner for International Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid. However, her nomination faced scrutiny due to allegations made by the German newspaper Die Welt against her husband.
Resignation and Aftermath
Following a failed presentation before a European Parliament committee, Zheleva withdrew her candidacy for the European Commission and resigned as Foreign Minister. The GERB party accepted her resignation on January 20, 2010.
