Erdal İnönü
Turkish politician and physicist
Born
1926
99 years ago
Died
October 31st, 2007
17 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Turkey
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A physicist and politician, served as the Prime Minister of Turkey from 1993 to 1996. Elected as the mayor of Şişli, a district in Istanbul, known for efforts to modernize urban infrastructure. Played a key role in economic policy and democratic reforms during his tenure. Post-political career included contributions to academia, focusing on science and technology initiatives in Turkey.
Served as Prime Minister of Turkey
Mayor of Şişli, Istanbul
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