Algirdas Butkevičius is a Lithuanian politician who served as the Prime Minister of Lithuania from 2012 to 2016. He is a member of the Social Democratic Party of Lithuania and has held various political positions throughout his career, including Minister of Transport and Communications. Born on April 19, 1961, in Silale, Butkevičius has a background in economics and has worked in both public and private sectors. His leadership focused on economic growth and social welfare, aiming to improve living standards in Lithuania during his tenure as Prime Minister.