Rosny Smarth

Haitian politician and Prime Minister

Rosny Smarth - Haitian politician and Prime Minister
Born

October 19th, 1940
84 years ago

Died

2025
0 years ago — 85 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Haiti

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Served as Prime Minister of Haiti from 1996 to 1997. Held significant roles in the Haitian government throughout a political career marked by legal expertise. Focused on the rule of law and governance during a period of political instability in Haiti. Engaged in various legal and political initiatives aimed at improving the country's legal framework.

Served as Prime Minister of Haiti from 1996 to 1997

Contributed to legal reforms in Haiti

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