Tony Blair is a British politician who served as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1997 to 2007. He was the leader of the Labour Party and is known for modernizing the party's policies, which helped it win three consecutive general elections. Blair's government focused on issues like education, health care, and social justice. During his time in office, Blair was also involved in international affairs, notably the Iraq War in 2003, which sparked significant controversy and debate. After leaving office, he established the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change to promote his vision of global governance and development.