About
Vaira Vīķe-Freiberga is a Latvian politician who served as the sixth president of Latvia from 1999 to 2007. She is the first and, to date, only woman to hold the post. She is also the most recent president to be re-elected for a second term, solidifying her place in Latvian history.
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Career Timeline
1999B$0.1M
Elected President of Latvia
Elected as President of Latvia, marking a significant shift in her career.
2007B$1M+$0.9M
End of Presidency
End of her presidential term, returning to public speaking and international affairs.
2026B$2M+$1M
Continued International Engagement
Remains active in international affairs, speaking on democracy and human rights.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026








