Kurt Bodewig
German politician and former minister
Born
April 26th, 1955
69 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Germany
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Served as a prominent German politician and held the position of Federal Minister of Transport. Contributed to the development of the German transportation infrastructure during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Played a significant role in various transportation policies and initiatives aimed at enhancing mobility within Germany. Engaged in discussions surrounding European transportation standards and integration as part of the broader European Union framework.
Served as Federal Minister of Transport, Germany
Contributed to German transportation policies
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