Kostas Skandalidis

Greek politician and agricultural minister

Kostas Skandalidis - Greek politician and agricultural minister
Born

January 11th, 1953
72 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Greece

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An engineer and politician with a significant role in Greek governance, served as the Minister of Agricultural Development and Food. Focused on agricultural policies and rural development during his political career. Played a key role in shaping food policy and addressing issues related to agriculture in Greece.

Served as Minister of Agricultural Development and Food

Contributed to agricultural policy in Greece

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