Yulia Tymoshenko
C- Birthday
- November 27, 1960
- Age
- 65
- Height
- 0'0" (0 cm)
- Net Worth
- $150M
About
Yulia Tymoshenko is a prominent Ukrainian politician who has served as Prime Minister of Ukraine on two separate occasions, making her the first woman in Ukraine to hold that position. She has also been a member of the Verkhovna Rada multiple times. Tymoshenko held the position of First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine for the fuel and energy complex, playing a key role in the country's energy sector. She holds a Candidate of Economic Sciences degree, showcasing her academic background in economics.
Career Timeline
Energy Sector Businesswoman
Tymoshenko becomes involved in the energy sector. She builds a successful business empire in gas trading, which raises her profile.
Deputy Prime Minister Role
Tymoshenko is appointed as Deputy Prime Minister. She oversees the energy sector and gains political influence.
First Prime Minister Tenure
Tymoshenko becomes Prime Minister of Ukraine for the first time. This marked a significant milestone in her political career.
Presidential Election Loss
Tymoshenko loses the presidential election to Viktor Yanukovych. This setback led to legal troubles and imprisonment.
Imprisonment and Trial
Tymoshenko is imprisoned on charges related to gas contracts with Russia. The trial and imprisonment significantly damaged her reputation and assets.
Release from Prison
Tymoshenko is released from prison after the Ukrainian Revolution. She re-enters politics and aims to regain her influence.
Presidential Run
Runs for president once again. She came in third and lost in a landslide. The failure set her back.
