György Lázár

Hungarian politician, Prime Minister

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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