Werner Hoyer

Economist and German politician, President EIB

Werner Hoyer - Economist and German politician, President EIB
Born

November 17th, 1951
73 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Germany

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An economist and politician with a significant role in European finance, served as the President of the European Investment Bank from 2012. Previous positions included serving as a member of the German Bundestag and holding various roles within the Free Democratic Party. Focused on economic and financial policies, particularly in relation to European integration and development funding.

Served as President of the European Investment Bank

Held a seat in the German Bundestag

Contributed to financial policy advocacy within the European Union

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