Chantal Jouanno

French politician and sports minister

Chantal Jouanno - French politician and sports minister
Born

July 12th, 1969
56 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

France

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Served as the French Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports from 2009 to 2010. Represented the French Senate from 2011 to 2014. Held various roles within French political circles, including involvement in environmental policies and promoting youth initiatives.

Served as French Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports

Elected to the French Senate

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