Hasan Polatkan

Turkish politician, Minister of Finance

Hasan Polatkan - Turkish politician, Minister of Finance
Born

1915
110 years ago

Died

September 16th, 1961
63 years ago — 46 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Turkey

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Served as the 15th Minister of Finance of Turkey from 1950 to 1961. During the tenure, focused on economic policies aimed at stabilizing the Turkish economy. Contributed to the implementation of various financial reforms and played a significant role in shaping fiscal policies during a period of national development. His efforts were integral to the modernization of Turkey's financial system in the early years of the Republic. Was part of the Democrat Party and held various governmental positions throughout his career.

Served as the 15th Minister of Finance

Influenced early fiscal policy in Turkey

Implemented financial reforms

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