Christian Bourquin

French lawyer and politician

Christian Bourquin - Leaders & Politicians born 1954
Born

1954
72 years ago

Died
Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

France

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Served as a prominent French politician with a career in law. Held the position of President of the Regional Council of Languedoc-Roussillon. Engaged in various legislative roles within the French Senate, representing the Department of Pyrénées-Orientales. Focused on issues related to regional development, public transport, and local governance throughout tenure in office.

Presidency of the Regional Council of Languedoc-Roussillon

Senator for Pyrénées-Orientales

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