Troels Lund Poulsen

Danish politician, Education Minister

Troels Lund Poulsen - Danish politician, Education Minister
Born

March 30th, 1976
49 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Denmark

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Served as the Minister for Education in Denmark. Played a significant role in shaping educational policies and reforms during tenure. Engaged in various political discussions concerning educational funding and accessibility. Contributed to legislative initiatives aimed at improving the quality of education in Denmark.

Served as Minister for Education from 2015 to 2019

Participated in educational reform initiatives

Influenced policies on funding and accessibility

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