Xavier Bertrand

French politician and social affairs minister

Xavier Bertrand - French politician and social affairs minister
Born

March 21st, 1965
60 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

France

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A businessman and politician, served as Minister of Social Affairs from 2005 to 2007. Elected as President of the Regional Council of Hauts-de-France and played a significant role in local governance. Actively engaged in political reform and public service.

Served as Minister of Social Affairs from 2005 to 2007

Elected President of the Regional Council of Hauts-de-France

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