Chumpol Silpa-archa

Thai politician and Deputy Prime Minister

Chumpol Silpa-archa - Leaders & Politicians born 1940
Born

1940
85 years ago

Died
Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Thailand

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Served as a Thai academic and politician, holding the position of Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand. Contributed to the development of educational policies and improvements within the Thai government. Involved in various initiatives aimed at enhancing educational standards in the country.

Served as Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand

Contributed to educational policy development

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