Peter Costello

Australian politician and Treasurer

Peter Costello - Australian politician and Treasurer
Born

August 14th, 1957
67 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Australia

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Served as a prominent Australian politician and held the position of Treasurer from 1996 to 2007. During tenure, focused on economic reforms that contributed to a period of sustained economic growth. Led Australia's tax reform agenda and oversaw significant budget surpluses. Played a key role in shaping the economic policies of the Howard Government, aiming to reduce public debt and increase government savings.

Served as Treasurer for over a decade

Introduced significant tax reforms

Contributed to consecutive budget surpluses

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