Elio Di Rupo

Belgian politician and chemist, Prime Minister

Elio Di Rupo - Belgian politician and chemist, Prime Minister
Born

July 18th, 1951
73 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Belgium

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Served as the 68th Prime Minister of Belgium from 2011 to 2014. Took office during a period marked by political instability and complex coalition negotiations. Contributed to the stabilization of the government and the advancement of economic reforms. Held various ministerial roles in the Belgian government, including Minister of Development Cooperation and Minister of the Digital Agenda. Pursued a career in academia and recognized for work in chemistry prior to entering politics.

Served as the 68th Prime Minister of Belgium

Led the Socialist Party of Belgium

Held multiple ministerial positions

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