Karl Renner vs Paolo Gentiloni

On October 30, 1918, Renner was elected as the first chancellor of the newly proclaimed Republic of German-Austria. He led the provisional government that succeeded the Habsburg monarchy after World War I, overseeing the transition from empire to republic.

As chancellor, Renner signed the Treaty of Saint-Germain-en-Laye on September 10, 1919. The treaty formally ended World War I for Austria, forced the dissolution of the union with Germany, and imposed territorial losses and reparations on the new republic.

On April 29, 1945, Renner was elected as the first president of the re-established Republic of Austria after World War II. He formed a provisional government with Soviet approval, laying the foundation for Austria's post-war independence and democratic reconstruction.

Gentiloni served as Minister of Foreign Affairs under Prime Minister Matteo Renzi. He focused on European integration, Mediterranean diplomacy, and Italy's role in the Libyan crisis.

Gentiloni was appointed Prime Minister by President Mattarella, succeeding Matteo Renzi after the constitutional referendum defeat. He led a caretaker government focused on managing the economy and foreign policy.

Gentiloni's government faced a surge in Mediterranean migrant arrivals. He pursued a policy of cooperation with Libyan authorities and EU partners to reduce crossings, while facing criticism from human rights groups.

Gentiloni was appointed as European Commissioner for Economy under Ursula von der Leyen. He oversaw the EU's economic response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including the Next Generation EU recovery fund.