Flavio Cotti
Swiss politician and President of Switzerland
Born
October 18th, 1939
85 years ago
Died
2020
5 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Switzerland
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Served as the 82nd President of the Swiss Confederation in 1991. Cotti was a prominent member of the Federal Council, representing the Swiss People's Party. Focused on issues related to education, culture, and health during tenure. Contributed to the development of Swiss political strategies and policies in various areas.
Served as President of the Swiss Confederation in 1991
Led the Federal Department of Transport, Communications and Energy from 1987 to 1990
Served as a member of the Federal Council from 1987 to 1999
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