Ali Akbar Salehi
Iranian politician and academic leader
Born
March 24th, 1949
76 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Iran
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This individual served as the 36th Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iran from 2011 to 2013. An academic with a background in nuclear engineering, this person also held the position of head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization, overseeing the country's nuclear program. Significant involvement in international diplomatic negotiations regarding Iran's nuclear file occurred during the tenure. Key contributions to science education in Iran also marked the career.
Served as Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iran
Led Iran's Atomic Energy Organization
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