Gyula Kállai

Hungarian communist leader and official

Gyula Kállai - Hungarian communist leader and official
Born

June 1st, 1910
114 years ago

Died

1996
29 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Hungary

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A prominent figure in Hungarian communism, played a significant role in political leadership during the late 1950s and early 1960s. Served as the Chairman of the Council of Ministers of the People's Republic of Hungary from 1965 to 1967. Focused on economic reforms and modernization within the framework of the socialist system. Engaged in international relations and contributed to the consolidation of communist governance in Hungary during a transformative period in Eastern Europe.

Served as Chairman of the Council of Ministers

Promoted economic reforms in Hungary

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