Jaroslav Kubera

Czech politician and Senate President

Jaroslav Kubera - Czech politician and Senate President
Born

February 16th, 1947
78 years ago

Died

January 20th, 2020
5 years ago — 72 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Czech Republic

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Served as a prominent Czech politician, holding the position of President of the Senate from 2018 until death in 2020. Represented the Civic Democratic Party and was active in regional politics prior to his role in the Senate. Emphasized issues related to provincial development and local governance.

Elected President of the Senate in 2018

Served as a member of the Czech National Council

Supported regional development policies

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