Eduardo Duhalde

Argentinian politician, 50th President

Eduardo Duhalde - Argentinian politician, 50th President
Born

October 5th, 1941
84 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Argentina

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Served as the 50th President of Argentina from 2002 to 2003 during a period of economic crisis. Held various political roles including Governor of Buenos Aires Province from 1991 to 1999. Contributed to restoring stability in Argentina's economy and initiated measures to alleviate poverty. Played a significant role in the Justicialist Party and was involved in Argentine politics for multiple decades.

Served as President from 2002 to 2003

Governed Buenos Aires Province from 1991 to 1999

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