Georgios Katrougalos
Greek jurist and politician
Born
March 27th, 1963
62 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Greece
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Born in 1963, a prominent figure in Greek politics and law. Served as Minister of Labor, Social Insurance, and Social Solidarity in the Greek government. Contributed to various legal reforms and policies focused on labor rights and social welfare. Worked as a professor of constitutional law and was involved in significant legal discussions impacting Greece's judicial system.
Served as Minister of Labor in Greece
Contributed to labor law reform
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