Mike Moore

New Zealand Prime Minister, union leader

Mike Moore - New Zealand Prime Minister, union leader
Born

January 28th, 1949
76 years ago

Died

2020
5 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

New Zealand

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Served as the 34th Prime Minister of New Zealand from 1990 to 1991. Held the position of president of the Labour Party and was a member of Parliament for many years. Worked extensively in union leadership roles before entering politics. Involved in various international trade discussions, representing New Zealand's interests on the global stage. After his term as Prime Minister, held significant positions in international organizations, including Director-General of the World Intellectual Property Organization.

Served as Prime Minister from 1990 to 1991

Acted as the Director-General of the World Intellectual Property Organization

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