Ahmad Sayyed Javadi

Iranian lawyer and Minister of Interior

Ahmad Sayyed Javadi - Iranian lawyer and Minister of Interior
Born

1917
108 years ago

Died

March 31st, 2013
12 years ago — 96 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Iran

Links & References

Served as the Iranian Minister of Interior, overseeing governmental functions related to internal security and civil matters. Contributed to various legislative reforms during tenure in the government. Engaged in legal practices prior to entering politics, focusing on civil law and public administration.

Served as Iranian Minister of Interior

Oversaw internal security operations

Implemented legislative reforms

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