Habib Thiam

Senegalese politician and prime minister

Habib Thiam - Senegalese politician and prime minister
Born

January 21st, 1933
92 years ago

Died

2017
8 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Senegal

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Served as the Prime Minister of Senegal from 1981 to 1983. Played a key role in the government under President Abdou Diouf. Focused on economic reforms and development policies aimed at modernizing the agricultural sector. Engaged in international diplomacy to strengthen Senegal's position in West Africa.

Served as Prime Minister of Senegal

Promoted economic reforms

Enhanced agricultural development

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