Stuart E. Eizenstat

American diplomat and EU ambassador

Stuart E. Eizenstat - American diplomat and EU ambassador
Born

January 15th, 1943
82 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as United States Ambassador to the European Union. Worked as a lawyer specializing in international law and trade. Held significant positions in various U.S. administrations, contributing to economic policy and international negotiations. Involved in crafting policies during critical periods of U.S. history, including trade agreements and diplomatic efforts in Europe.

Served as U.S. Ambassador to the EU from 1993 to 1994

Contributed to the negotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)

Played a key role in the Clinton administration's economic policies

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