Ugo Mifsud Bonnici

Ugo Mifsud Bonnici, (born 8 November 1932) is a Maltese politician and was the fifth president of Malta from 1994 to 1999.

Early life, education and family Ugo Mifsud Bonnici was born in Cospicua as the son of Professor Carmelo Mifsud Bonnici, and his wife, Maria (née Ross). He was educated at St Edward's College, Malta, the Lyceum and the Royal University of Malta. He graduated as a Bachelor of Arts in 1952 and as a Doctor of Laws in 1955. As a lawyer, he has practised in all the Law Courts of Malta. On 3 May 1959, he married Gemma (née Bianco); the couple has three childrenː Carmelo, Anton and Jeanne-Pia.

Entry to politics Following in his father's footsteps, he contested the General Elections in the interests of the Nationalist Party in 1966. His portfolio included Education, Environment, Broadcasting, Culture, Youth, Museums and Sport. In 1990, he became Minister of Education and the Interior. Following the 1992 elections, Mifsud Bonnici was appointed Minister of Education and Human Resources.

Presidency He was inaugurated as President of Malta on 4 April 1994, and served his term in full, ending five years later to the day. He was succeeded by Guido de Marco in 1999.

Writings Dr. Mifsud Bonnici is a prolific writer. His articles have appeared in various newspapers; some were published in two books: Il-Linja t-Tajba - L-Aħjar Artikli ta' Dottor Ugo Mifsud Bonnici and Biex il-Futur Reġa' Beda. He also spent some years as editor of a literary magazine Malta Letterarja.

Honours

National Honours Companion of Honour of the National Order of Merit (1994) "by right as a President of Malta"