Ismaïl Omar Guelleh
Djiboutian politician, President of Djibouti
Born
November 27th, 1946
78 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Djibouti
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Born in 1946, this individual served as an influential political figure in Djibouti. After holding various governmental positions, he became the President of Djibouti in 1999. This tenure has included efforts to modernize the nation's infrastructure and strengthen international relations, particularly with Western and regional powers. The presidency has also been marked by significant political controversies and challenges regarding governance and human rights in Djibouti.
Served as President of Djibouti since 1999
Oversaw major infrastructure development projects
Strengthened Djibouti's strategic geopolitical position
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