Beji Caid Essebsi was a Tunisian politician who served as the first democratically elected President of Tunisia from December 2014 until his death in July 2019. He was a key figure in the country's transition to democracy following the 2011 revolution that ousted long-time leader Zine El Abidine Ben Ali. Essebsi was known for his efforts to promote national dialogue and political stability. Before his presidency, Essebsi held various government positions, including Minister of Foreign Affairs and Prime Minister. He founded the Nidaa Tounes party in 2012, which played a significant role in Tunisian politics. His leadership was marked by a focus on economic reform and social issues.