Hugh Shearer
Jamaican politician and Prime Minister
Born
May 18th, 1923
102 years ago
Died
July 5th, 2004
21 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Jamaica
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Served as the third Prime Minister of Jamaica from 1967 to 1972. Held various government positions, including Minister of Labour and Minister of Trade and Industry. Contributed to the development of the Jamaican economy through policies aimed at industrialization and export promotion. Emerged as a significant figure in Jamaica's political landscape during the 1960s and 1970s.
Served as Prime Minister from 1967 to 1972
Implemented labor and trade policies
Promoted industrialization in Jamaica
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