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(Chief Prosecutor, Lawyers) Laura Codruța Kövesi is a distinguished Romanian prosecutor known for her substantial efforts in combating corruption. She led Romania's National Anticorruption Directorate as chief prosecutor from 2013 to 2018, earning acclaim for her unwavering pursuit of corrupt figures. Kövesi made history as the first woman and youngest individual to serve as Prosecutor General in Romania. Her appointment as the inaugural European Chief Prosecutor in 2019 further highlights her proficiency and commitment to enforcing the rule of law.