PhotoAndrej Babis, 62, Czech RepublicUndoubtedly the best-known businessman-turned-politician in Central Europe, Mr. Babis transformed an agribusiness conglomerate into a diversified corporate behemoth that includes major media properties. He has rejected comparisons with President Trump, whom he criticized as a poor businessman. Mr. Karic returned to Serbia on Dec. 30, just days after the prosecutor ended the investigation without charges. Flamboyant, outspoken and a familiar figure in Latvian media, Mr. Lembergs made his fortune in the tumultuous years after the transition to capitalism. Zbigniew Stonoga, 42, PolandPhotoMr. Stonoga owns two auto dealerships and is an avid blogger who created his own political party, named after himself.

Source: New York Times February 24, 2017 14:00 UTC