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Peter Caruana QC (born 15 October 1956) is a Gibraltarian politician, and has been Chief Minister of Gibraltar since 1996, when his party, the Gibraltar Social Democrats, first came to power. His party was re-elected to office in 2000, 2003 and 2007. He is a barrister by profession. He was appointed a QC, after his election as chief minister.

The party which he now leads is robustly against any transfer of sovereignty to Spain but are in favour of uncompromised dialogue. In December 2004 the principle of tripartite talks, recognising the Government of Gibraltar as an equal party with Britain and Spain, was finally recognised, largely as a result of his efforts. (more...)