Jordi Pujol is a Spanish politician known for his role as the President of the Catalan Government from 1980 to 2003. He was a key figure in the Catalan nationalist movement and played a significant part in the political landscape of Catalonia after the end of Franco's dictatorship. Pujol founded the Convergence and Union party, which aimed to promote Catalan identity and autonomy. Throughout his tenure, Pujol focused on economic development and cultural promotion in Catalonia. However, his legacy has been marred by corruption allegations that emerged after he left office, leading to legal investigations into his family's financial dealings.