Takahashi Korekiyo
Japanese politician, 20th Prime Minister
Born
July 27th, 1854
171 years ago
Died
1936
89 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Japan
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Served as the 20th Prime Minister of Japan and held significant roles in government and finance. Played a key part in navigating Japan through turbulent economic times in the early 20th century. Contributed to fiscal policies that aimed to stabilize the national economy. Advocated for economic reforms and initiated various monetary policies.
Served as Prime Minister from 1921 to 1922
Implemented key financial reforms
Held the position of Minister of Finance multiple times
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