Robert Muldoon

New Zealand Prime Minister, Finance Minister

Robert Muldoon - New Zealand Prime Minister, Finance Minister
Born

1921
104 years ago

Died

August 5th, 1992
32 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

New Zealand

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Served as the 31st Prime Minister of New Zealand from 1975 to 1984. Held the position of Minister of Finance during his tenure. Initiated significant economic reforms and implemented policies that shaped New Zealand's economy during the 1970s. His leadership accelerated the transformation of the national economy and increased government involvement in various sectors.

Led New Zealand through economic reforms

Served as Minister of Finance

Introduced the Think Big projects

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