Frans Timmermans

Dutch politician and diplomat, EU Vice President

Frans Timmermans - Dutch politician and diplomat, EU Vice President
Born

May 6th, 1961
64 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Netherlands

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Born in 1961, a prominent Dutch politician and diplomat. Served as the First Vice President of the European Commission from 2014 to 2019, focusing on climate action and sustainable development. Played a significant role in negotiations for the Paris Agreement and promoted the European Green Deal. Prior to the role in the Commission, held positions as Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister for European Affairs in the Netherlands. His work emphasized multilateralism and European integration.

Served as First Vice President of the European Commission

Oversaw negotiations for the Paris Agreement

Promoted the European Green Deal

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