Heidemarie Wieczorek-Zeul

German politician and educator; Minister

Heidemarie Wieczorek-Zeul - German politician and educator; Minister
Born

November 21st, 1942
82 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Germany

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An educator and politician served in the German Bundestag for several terms. Held the position of Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development from 1998 to 2009. Focused on international development policies and gender equality during the tenure. Advocated for sustainable development and the integration of human rights in international cooperation efforts.

Served as Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development

Promoted gender equality in development policies

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