Lionel Jospin
French Prime Minister and civil servant
Born
July 12th, 1937
88 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Served as the 165th Prime Minister of France from 1997 to 2002. Played a significant role in French politics during the late 20th century, leading the Socialist Party. Implemented various reforms in labor and education. Oversaw France's participation in the European Union expansion and the introduction of the euro.
Served as Prime Minister of France
Led the Socialist Party during the 1990s
Oversaw the transition to the euro
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