Fred Sinowatz
Austrian politician, 19th Chancellor
Born
February 5th, 1929
96 years ago
Died
2008
17 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Austria
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Served as Chancellor of Austria from 1983 to 1986. Played a significant role in the Austrian People's Party. Participated in European politics, focusing on economic and social policies. Took part in the establishment of the European Union's Single Market.
Chaired the Austrian People's Party
Served as Chancellor of Austria
Contributed to the creation of the EU Single Market
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