Giuseppe Pella
Italian Prime Minister and politician
Born
April 18th, 1902
123 years ago
Died
1981
44 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Served as the 32nd Prime Minister of Italy from 1953 to 1954. Focused on economic recovery post-World War II through policies promoting industrial development and international cooperation. Contributed to the establishment of a stable democratic government in Italy during a period marked by political instability. Active in the Christian Democracy party, playing a key role in party strategy and development.
Served as Prime Minister of Italy from 1953 to 1954
Promoted economic recovery and stability
Contributed to Christian Democracy party's strategy
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