Đỗ Mười

Vietnamese politician, 5th Prime Minister

Đỗ Mười - Vietnamese politician, 5th Prime Minister
Born

February 2nd, 1917
108 years ago

Died

2018
7 years ago — 101 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Vietnam

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A prominent Vietnamese politician served as the 5th Prime Minister from 1988 to 1991. Active in the Communist Party of Vietnam from a young age, held various leadership roles culminating in the premiership. Contributed to the Đổi Mới reforms that transitioned Vietnam towards a socialist-oriented market economy, impacting national growth and development. Played a significant role in the Vietnam War as a member of the Politburo and was involved in various capacities during the post-war reconstruction of Vietnam.

Served as Prime Minister during reforms

Influenced Vietnam's economic transition

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