Paul Bremer III is an American diplomat and businessman best known for his role as the Administrator of the Coalition Provisional Authority in Iraq from 2003 to 2004. Appointed by President George W. Bush, Bremer was responsible for overseeing the reconstruction of Iraq following the U.S. invasion. His leadership included implementing policies aimed at establishing a democratic government. Before his time in Iraq, Bremer held various positions in the U.S. government, including serving as the U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for Counterterrorism. He also worked in the private sector, focusing on international business and consulting. Bremer's actions in Iraq have been both praised and criticized, particularly regarding the decision to disband the Iraqi military.