Giuseppe Pella

Italian Prime Minister and politician

Giuseppe Pella - Italian Prime Minister and politician
Born

April 18th, 1902
122 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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