Traian Băsescu is a Romanian politician who served as the President of Romania from 2004 to 2014. He was previously the Mayor of Bucharest and held various ministerial positions. Băsescu is known for his pro-European Union stance and efforts to combat corruption in Romania. During his presidency, Băsescu faced political challenges, including two impeachment attempts. He was a member of the Democratic Liberal Party and played a significant role in Romania's integration into the European Union and NATO. His leadership style was often described as assertive and controversial.