When was Claude Cheysson born?

Claude Cheysson was born on 13 April 1920 in 16th arrondissement of Paris.

What positions has Claude Cheysson held?

Positions held by Claude Cheysson include: Member of the European Parliament (1989–1994); president (1987–1991); Minister of Foreign Affairs (1984–1986); Minister of Foreign Affairs (1983–1984); Minister of Foreign Affairs (1981–1983).

Where did Claude Cheysson study?

Claude Cheysson was educated at École polytechnique, Collège Stanislas de Paris, Cours Hattemer, École nationale d'administration.

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Claude Cheysson

French politician (1920-2012)

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Claude Cheysson was a French Socialist politician who served as Foreign Minister in the government of Pierre Mauroy from 1981 to 1984.

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Born: 13 April 1920 wd
Place of birth: 16th arrondissement of Paris wd
Died: 15 October 2012 wd
Place of death: 6th arrondissement of Paris wd
Citizenship: France wd
Occupation: politician, diplomat wd
Political party: Socialist Party wd
Education: École polytechnique, Collège Stanislas de Paris, Cours Hattemer, École nationale d'administration wd

Positions held wd

Member of the European Parliament (25 July 1989 – 18 July 1994)
president (1987–1991)
Minister of Foreign Affairs (17 July 1984 – 20 March 1986)
Minister of Foreign Affairs (22 March 1983 – 17 July 1984)
Minister of Foreign Affairs (22 June 1981 – 22 March 1983)
Minister of Foreign Affairs (21 May 1981 – 22 June 1981)
European Commissioner for International Partnerships (5 January 1977 – 21 May 1981)
European Commissioner for Financial Programming and the Budget (19 April 1973 – 5 January 1977)
ambassador of France to Indonesia (1966–1970)
ambassador

Awards wd

Commander of the Legion of Honour
Croix de guerre des théâtres d'opérations extérieures
Grand Cross of the Order of Isabella the Catholic (1985)
Grand Cross of the Order of the Sun of Peru‎

Questions

When was Claude Cheysson born?: Claude Cheysson was born on 13 April 1920 in 16th arrondissement of Paris.
What positions has Claude Cheysson held?: Positions held by Claude Cheysson include: Member of the European Parliament (1989–1994); president (1987–1991); Minister of Foreign Affairs (1984–1986); Minister of Foreign Affairs (1983–1984); Minister of Foreign Affairs (1981–1983).
Where did Claude Cheysson study?: Claude Cheysson was educated at École polytechnique, Collège Stanislas de Paris, Cours Hattemer, École nationale d'administration.

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