Kaj Leo Johannesen
Footballer and Prime Minister of Faroe Islands
Born
August 28th, 1964
60 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Faroe Islands
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Played football as a forward for clubs such as B68 Toftir and LÍF Leirvík, achieving domestic league success. Served as the 12th Prime Minister of the Faroe Islands from 2008 to 2011. Focused on representing the interests of the Faroe Islands both in sports and politics, advocating for local issues and development during the premiership.
Played for B68 Toftir
Served as Prime Minister from 2008 to 2011
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