Göran Hägglund

Swedish politician and social reform advocate

Göran Hägglund - Swedish politician and social reform advocate
Born

January 27th, 1959
66 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Sweden

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Served as the 28th Minister for Social Affairs in Sweden from 2006 to 2014. Played a significant role in shaping social policy during tenure. Engaged in various reforms related to health care and social services, emphasizing welfare improvements. Contributed to the Christian Democrat Party's strategies in government coalitions, advocating for family issues and social welfare reforms.

Served as Minister for Social Affairs from 2006 to 2014

Led health care and social service reforms

Strengthened policies related to family welfare

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