Lionel Jospin

French Prime Minister and civil servant

Lionel Jospin - French Prime Minister and civil servant
Born

July 12th, 1937
87 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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