Ali Akbar Salehi

Iranian politician and academic leader

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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