Ilir Meta is an Albanian politician who served as the President of Albania from 2017 to 2021. He has held various political positions throughout his career, including Prime Minister and Speaker of the Assembly. Meta is known for his role in shaping Albania's political landscape and has been involved in several political parties, notably the Socialist Movement for Integration. Born on March 24, 1969, in Skrapar, Albania, Meta studied political science and economics. He began his political career in the early 1990s and has been a significant figure in Albanian politics for decades. His leadership has often focused on issues such as governance, democracy, and European integration.