Lubbers represents the Netherlands as the enlargement treaty is concluded with Spain and Portugal.
Historical person
Ruud Lubbers Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Ruud Lubbers, based on 8 World History Database records associated with Netherlands.
Chronological biography
1985
1991
Takes part in the Luxembourg European Council as Netherlands weighs the next stage of integration.
Guides negotiations establishing the framework for European Union.
Hosts the European Council that reaches agreement on the new treaty.
Represents Netherlands as leaders open the final round of bargaining over European Union.
1992
Represents Netherlands as the European Council works to stabilise the treaty ratification process.
Leads the Netherlands when the country's ratification notification is deposited for Maastricht.
1993
Heads the Dutch government as Maastricht becomes effective and the European Union is formally established.
Titles and roles
Prime Minister of the Netherlands
Record provenance
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