Background
MARTENS, Wilfried was born on April 19, 1936 in Sleidinge.
MARTENS, Wilfried was born on April 19, 1936 in Sleidinge.
Louvain University.
Leader Vlaamse Volksbeweging. Adviser to Harmel Cabinet 1965, to Vanden Boeynants Cabinet 1966. Head of Mission (Community Problems) 1968.
President Christelijke Volkspartij (CVP) 1972-1979. Founder Europese Volkspartij (EVP) 1976, President since 1990. Prime Minister 1979-1981, 1981-1985, since 1985.
Pari, for Ghent-Eeklo.
Married Lieve Verschroeven.