Marita Ulvskog

Swedish politician, Deputy Prime Minister

Marita Ulvskog - Swedish politician, Deputy Prime Minister
Born

September 4th, 1951
74 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Sweden

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Served as a prominent figure in Swedish politics and held the office of Deputy Prime Minister from 2002 to 2003. Engaged in various political roles including Minister for Culture and Minister for Education. Played a key role in shaping cultural and educational policies during the early 2000s.

Served as Deputy Prime Minister of Sweden

Held the position of Minister for Culture

Served as Minister for Education

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