Brigitte Bierlein
former Austrian chancellor
Born
1949
77 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Austria
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Served as the Chancellor of Austria from May 2020 to January 2021. First woman to hold the position in Austrian history. Led a caretaker government following the collapse of the previous coalition. Focused on managing the COVID-19 pandemic and navigating political challenges during her term.
First female Chancellor of Austria
Led Austria during the COVID-19 pandemic
Served as the head of a caretaker government
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