Bernard Pons

French politician and medical doctor

Bernard Pons - French politician and medical doctor
Born

July 18th, 1926
98 years ago

Died

2022
3 years ago — 96 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

France

Links & References

Served as a member of the French National Assembly from 1968 to 1997. Held ministerial positions, including Minister of Equipment and Ministry of Transport. Contributed to the development of infrastructure policies during tenure. Worked as a medical doctor early in life before transitioning into politics. Engaged in local and national politics, influencing various health and transportation issues.

Served in the National Assembly for nearly 30 years

Held ministerial positions in the French government

Contributed to infrastructure policy development

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