Eisaku Satō

Japanese Prime Minister and Nobel laureate

Eisaku Satō - Japanese Prime Minister and Nobel laureate
Born

March 27th, 1901
124 years ago

Died

June 3rd, 1975
49 years ago — 74 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Japan

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Served as Prime Minister of Japan from 1964 to 1972. Played a significant role in Japan's post-war economic recovery and modernization. Focused on strengthening Japan's international relations, particularly with the United States. Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1974 for efforts to promote peace in East Asia. Also contributed to Japan's involvement in the United Nations and advocated for non-proliferation policies.

Served as Prime Minister from 1964 to 1972

Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1974

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