İsmail Cem İpekçi

Turkish journalist and Foreign Minister

İsmail Cem İpekçi - Turkish journalist and Foreign Minister
Born

February 15th, 1940
85 years ago

Died

January 24th, 2007
18 years ago — 66 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Turkey

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Journalist and politician served as the 45th Turkish Minister of Foreign Affairs. Played a significant role in Turkey's foreign policy during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Advocated for Turkey's European integration and worked to improve diplomatic relations with neighboring countries. Served as a member of the Turkish Grand National Assembly, enhancing his influence in the political sphere. Contributed to various media outlets, fostering public discourse on issues affecting Turkey and the region.

Served as the 45th Minister of Foreign Affairs

Advocated for Turkey's European integration

Improved diplomatic relations with neighbors

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