Binali Yıldırım

Turkish politician and transport minister

Binali Yıldırım - Turkish politician and transport minister
Born

December 20th, 1955
69 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Turkey

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A prominent Turkish politician and lawyer, leadership included service as the Minister of Transport, Maritime Affairs, and Communication. Held the position from 2002 to 2013 and contributed to infrastructure development and modernization in Turkey. Served as the Prime Minister from 2016 to 2018, playing a central role in various legislative changes. His political career spanned numerous key roles within the ruling party, including membership in parliament and Chairman of the Justice and Development Party (AKP) in Turkey.

Led infrastructural reforms as Transport Minister

Served as Prime Minister of Turkey

Oversaw significant transportation projects

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