When was Amir-Abbas Hoveyda born?

Amir-Abbas Hoveyda was born on 18 February 1919 in Tehran.

What positions has Amir-Abbas Hoveyda held?

Positions held by Amir-Abbas Hoveyda include: Prime Minister of Iran (1965–1977).

Where did Amir-Abbas Hoveyda study?

Amir-Abbas Hoveyda was educated at Université libre de Bruxelles, Free University of Brussels.

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Amir-Abbas Hoveyda

Iranian politician (1919-1979)

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Amir-Abbas Hoveyda was an Iranian economist and politician who served as Prime Minister of Iran from 1965 to 1977 and Secretary-General of the Rastakhiz Party from 1975 to 1976. He was the longest-serving prime minister in Iran's history, serving in office for over 12 years. He also served as deputy prime minister and minister of finance in the cabinet of his predecessor, Hassan Ali Mansur.

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Born: 18 February 1919 wd
Place of birth: Tehran wd
Died: 7 April 1979 wd
Place of death: Tehran wd
Citizenship: Iran wd
Occupation: politician, diplomat, writer, head of government wd
Political party: New Iran Party, Rastakhiz Party wd
Education: Université libre de Bruxelles, Free University of Brussels wd
Spouse: Leila Emami wd

Positions held wd

Prime Minister of Iran (26 January 1965 – 7 August 1977)

Awards wd

Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour
Grand Cross of the Order of Cisneros (1975)

Questions

When was Amir-Abbas Hoveyda born?: Amir-Abbas Hoveyda was born on 18 February 1919 in Tehran.
What positions has Amir-Abbas Hoveyda held?: Positions held by Amir-Abbas Hoveyda include: Prime Minister of Iran (1965–1977).
Where did Amir-Abbas Hoveyda study?: Amir-Abbas Hoveyda was educated at Université libre de Bruxelles, Free University of Brussels.

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