Ivari Padar

Former Minister of Finance, Estonia

Ivari Padar - Former Minister of Finance, Estonia
Born

March 12th, 1965
60 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Estonia

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Served as Minister of Finance and Minister of Agriculture. Was a member of the Estonian Social Democratic Party. Played a significant role in shaping financial policies and agricultural reforms during tenure. Contributed to the development of economic strategies that fostered growth and stability within Estonia.

Served as Minister of Finance from 2002 to 2003

Held the position of Minister of Agriculture from 2003 to 2005

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