György Lázár
Hungarian politician, Prime Minister
Born
September 15th, 1924
101 years ago
Died
2014
11 years ago — 90 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Hungary
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Served as the 50th Prime Minister of Hungary from 1994 to 1998. Played a significant role in the Socialist Party and contributed to Hungary’s economic reforms during the transition from socialism to a market economy. Focused on health care and education reforms during the time in office. After leaving the prime ministership, remained active in Hungarian politics and was involved in various public service roles.
Served as Prime Minister of Hungary from 1994 to 1998
Led the Hungarian Socialist Party
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