Saeb Erekat

Chief Palestinian negotiator

Saeb Erekat - Chief Palestinian negotiator
Born

April 28th, 1955
69 years ago

Died

November 10th, 2020
4 years ago — 65 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Palestine

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Born in 1955, this figure played a significant role in the Palestinian peace process. He served as the chief negotiator for the Palestine Liberation Organization and was instrumental in pivotal negotiations, including the Oslo Accords. This individual also held various positions within the Palestinian Authority, contributing to diplomatic efforts and political strategies aimed at establishing peace in the region.

Chief negotiator for the Oslo Accords

Led negotiations with Israel throughout the 1990s

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