Paolo Gentiloni

Italian politician, Prime Minister of Italy

Paolo Gentiloni - Italian politician, Prime Minister of Italy
Born

November 22nd, 1954
70 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Italy

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Served as the Prime Minister of Italy from December 2016 to June 2018. Held the position of Minister of Foreign Affairs from 2014 to 2016. Played a significant role in European Union negotiations and policies during his tenure. Engaged in economic reforms and managed Italy's response to the migration crisis.

Served as Prime Minister of Italy

Served as Minister of Foreign Affairs

Participated in EU policy discussions

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