Miltiadis Evert

Greek lawyer and Mayor of Athens

Miltiadis Evert - Greek lawyer and Mayor of Athens
Born

1939
86 years ago

Died

February 9th, 2011
14 years ago — 72 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Greece

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A lawyer by training, served as the 69th Mayor of Athens from 1994 to 1998. Led the municipal government focusing on urban development and public services. Held various positions within the New Democracy party, eventually serving as the party leader. Elected as a member of parliament multiple times, contributing to national policies and governance during tenures. Engaged in numerous initiatives aimed at improving the city's infrastructure and cultural heritage.

Served as the 69th Mayor of Athens from 1994 to 1998

Led the New Democracy party as party leader

Elected multiple times to the Hellenic Parliament

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