Frans Timmermans
Dutch politician and diplomat, EU Vice President
Born
May 6th, 1961
63 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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