Pedro Vaz

Uruguayan politician and foreign minister

Pedro Vaz - Uruguayan politician and foreign minister
Born

1963
62 years ago

Died

December 6th, 2012
12 years ago — 49 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Uruguay

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Served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uruguay, contributing to the country's diplomatic relations and international standing. Engaged in legal practice prior to entering politics, advocating for legal and foreign policy reforms. Played a role in shaping Uruguay's foreign relations from a legal and administrative perspective.

Served as Minister of Foreign Affairs from 1985 to 1990

Played a key role in Uruguay's democratic transition

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