Gilles Simeoni
Profile
Gilles Simeoni is a French politician and lawyer who currently serves as the Mayor of Bastia, a position he assumed in 2026. A prominent figure in Corsican nationalism, he previously served as the President of the Executive Council of Corsica from 2015 to 2026 and as Mayor of Bastia from 2014 to 2016. Before entering politics, Simeoni was a highly regarded criminal lawyer, notably representing Yvan Colonna. He is known for his pragmatic approach to nationalist politics, focusing on autonomy and regional governance within the French Republic.
Details
- Born
- 1967-04-20 · 59 years old
- Birth place
- Bastia, France
- Education
- University of Corsica, Aix-en-Provence University
- Career
- Criminal lawyer
