Jiří Paroubek
Czech politician and Prime Minister
Born
August 21st, 1952
72 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Czech Republic
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Served as the sixth Prime Minister of the Czech Republic from 2005 to 2006. Held the position during a time of significant political change and challenges. Previously served as Minister of Regional Development and was a prominent figure in Czech social democracy. Participated actively in party politics and local governance, contributing to the shaping of policies within the Czech Republic.
Served as Prime Minister of the Czech Republic
Held the position of Minister of Regional Development
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