Ahmed Tantawi
Egyptian politician and journalist
Born
July 25th, 1979
46 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Egypt
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Born in 1979, a prominent Egyptian politician and journalist. Worked as a member of the House of Representatives, representing the constituents with a focus on public policy and social issues. Actively engaged in media, contributing to discussions on political reform and civic engagement. Played a significant role in political opposition movements. Used various platforms to promote dialogue and transparency in governance.
Served in the Egyptian House of Representatives
Advocated for political reforms
Contributed to political journalism
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