Eberhard van der Laan

Dutch politician, Mayor of Amsterdam

Eberhard van der Laan - Leaders & Politicians born 1955
Born

1955
71 years ago

Died
Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Netherlands

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Served as the mayor of Amsterdam from 2010 until 2017. Worked on various urban development projects and initiatives to improve the city’s infrastructure and social cohesion. Prioritized housing affordability and public safety during tenure. Had a background in law and served in the Dutch House of Representatives prior to mayorship, contributing to public policy and local governance.

Served as mayor of Amsterdam from 2010 to 2017

Implemented housing and urban development policies

Advocated for public safety and city infrastructure improvements

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