Pier Luigi Bersani
Italian politician and educator
Born
September 29th, 1951
73 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Served as the 6th President of Emilia-Romagna from 1993 to 2000. Held the position of Minister of Industry from 2006 to 2008, focusing on policies to support Italian manufacturing and innovation. Elected as the leader of the Democratic Party in 2009, championing progressive policies and party unity. Played a significant role in Italian politics during the 1990s and 2000s, advocating for social and economic reform.
Served as President of Emilia-Romagna
Was Minister of Industry from 2006 to 2008
Led the Democratic Party from 2009 to 2013
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