Péter Kiss

Hungarian engineer and politician

Péter Kiss - Hungarian engineer and politician
Born

1959
66 years ago

Died

July 29th, 2014
11 years ago — 55 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Hungary

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Contributed to engineering and public service in Hungary. Served as Deputy Mayor of Budapest, where efforts centered on urban development and infrastructure improvement. Engaged in various engineering projects that aimed to enhance urban living environments. Played a significant role in the political landscape, leading initiatives focused on modernization and technological advancement within the city. Advocated for sustainable urban planning during tenure, emphasizing the need for innovative solutions to urban challenges.

Served as Deputy Mayor of Budapest

Led urban development initiatives

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