Trương Tấn Sang

Vietnamese politician, 7th President

Trương Tấn Sang - Vietnamese politician, 7th President
Born

January 21st, 1949
76 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Vietnam

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Served as the 7th President of Vietnam from 2011 to 2016, following a career in the Communist Party of Vietnam. Before the presidency, held various key political roles, including Permanent Member of the Secretariate of the Communist Party. Focused on policies aimed at economic reform and international integration during the term, engaging in diplomatic relations with multiple countries.

Served as 7th President of Vietnam

Held role as Permanent Member of the Secretariate

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