Saif al-Islam Gaddafi

Libyan politician and engineer

Saif al-Islam Gaddafi - Libyan politician and engineer
Born

June 25th, 1972
52 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Libya

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Born in Libya, an engineer and a politician with a focus on education and economic reform. Played a crucial role in Libyan governance during the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Led various initiatives aimed at modernization and development in Libya, particularly through the establishment of the Gaddafi International Charity and Development Foundation. After the Libyan Civil War, faced legal challenges and was captured in 2011, later released and has remained a controversial figure in Libyan politics.

Established the Gaddafi International Charity and Development Foundation

Led efforts for political and economic reforms in Libya

Faced legal challenges after the Libyan Civil War

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