About
Andrius Kubilius is a Lithuanian politician currently serving as the European Commissioner for Defence and Space. He previously served as a Member of the European Parliament (MEP) and twice as the Prime Minister of Lithuania, from 1999 to 2000 and again from 2008 to 2012. Kubilius was the leader of the Homeland Union party from 2003 to 2015. He is known for his role in Lithuania's economic reforms and European integration.
Career Timeline
First Time Prime Minister
Becomes Prime Minister of Lithuania for the first time.
Loses Prime Ministership
Government loses election; steps down as Prime Minister.
Returns as Prime Minister
Returns as Prime Minister during the global financial crisis.
End of Second Term
Steps down at the end of his second term as Prime Minister.
Member of European Parliament
Elected as a Member of the European Parliament.
Defense Commissioner Appointed
Nominated as the European Commissioner for Defence and Space.
Work on EU Defense
Continues to work on the European Union's defense and space policy.
European Commissioner Role
Continues role as European Commissioner for Defence and Space.
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Last updated: February 23, 2026