Fred Sinowatz

Austrian politician, 19th Chancellor

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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