Werner Faymann

Austrian politician, former Chancellor

Werner Faymann - Austrian politician, former Chancellor
Born

May 4th, 1960
64 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Austria

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Served as the 28th Chancellor of Austria from 2008 to 2016. Held the position of the Federal Minister for Transport, Innovation and Technology from 2007 to 2008. Instrumental in guiding the Social Democratic Party of Austria, leading the party through the financial crisis and advocating for social policies during his tenure. Successfully maintained Austria's economic stability while balancing social welfare initiatives.

Served as Chancellor of Austria from 2008 to 2016

Held the position of Federal Minister for Transport, Innovation and Technology

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