Willem Aantjes

Dutch civil servant and politician

Willem Aantjes - Dutch civil servant and politician
Born

1923
102 years ago

Died

October 22nd, 2015
9 years ago — 92 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Netherlands

Links & References

Served as a member of the Dutch House of Representatives from 1971 to 1977. Held various roles within the Political Affairs Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Played a significant role in the development of Dutch foreign policy during the 1970s. Actively participated in local politics and contributed to community and regional development initiatives.

Served in the Dutch House of Representatives

Worked for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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