Takahashi Korekiyo

Japanese politician, 20th Prime Minister

Takahashi Korekiyo - Japanese politician, 20th Prime Minister
Born

July 27th, 1854
170 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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