Pasqual Maragall

Spanish politician and academic leader

Pasqual Maragall - Spanish politician and academic leader
Born

January 13th, 1941
84 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Spain

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Served as the 127th President of the Generalitat de Catalunya from 2003 to 2006. Focused on modernizing Catalonia's economic and social policies. Previously held the position of Mayor of Barcelona from 1982 to 1986, launching initiatives for urban development. Involved in various academic and public policy projects post-political career, contributing to discussions on Catalan identity and governance.

Served as President of the Generalitat de Catalunya

Mayor of Barcelona from 1982 to 1986

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