Andrea Nahles

German politician and Minister of Labour

Andrea Nahles - German politician and Minister of Labour
Born

June 20th, 1970
54 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Germany

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Held the position of Minister of Labour and Social Affairs in Germany from 2018 to 2019. Served as the leader of the Social Democratic Party from 2018 to 2019. Worked in various roles within the German government, including as Deputy Chair of her party and member of the Bundestag. Focused on labor market policies and social justice during tenure.

Served as Minister of Labour and Social Affairs

Led the Social Democratic Party

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