Mohammad Reza Rahimi

Iranian politician and lawyer

Mohammad Reza Rahimi - Iranian politician and lawyer
Born

January 11th, 1949
76 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Iran

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Served as the 2nd Vice President of Iran from 2009 to 2013. Held various governmental positions, including involvement in the country's legal system. Participated actively in the political landscape during a significant period in Iranian history.

Served as 2nd Vice President of Iran

Contributed to Iran's legal framework

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