Saeb Erekat
Chief Palestinian negotiator
Born
April 28th, 1955
70 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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