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Hans-Rudolf Merz

Member of the Swiss Federal Council

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Hans-Rudolf Merz is a Swiss politician who served as President of Switzerland in 2009. He concurrently served as a member of the Federal Council from 2004 to 2010 for the Free Democratic Party.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Herisau wd
Citizenship
Switzerland wd
Occupation
politician, economist wd
Political party
FDP.The Liberals, Free Democratic Party of Switzerland wd
Education
University of St. Gallen wd
Spouse
Roswitha Katharina Merz wd

Positions held wd

  • President of the Swiss Confederation (1 January 2009 – 31 December 2009)
  • Vice president of the Swiss Confederation (1 January 2009 – 31 December 2009)
  • Vice president of the Swiss Confederation (1 January 2008 – 31 December 2008)
  • Member of the Swiss Federal Council (1 January 2004 – 1 November 2010)
  • Member of the Swiss Council of States (22 September 1997 – 9 December 2003)

Questions

When was Hans-Rudolf Merz born?
Hans-Rudolf Merz was born on 10 November 1942 in Herisau.
What positions has Hans-Rudolf Merz held?
Positions held by Hans-Rudolf Merz include: President of the Swiss Confederation (2009–2009); Vice president of the Swiss Confederation (2009–2009); Vice president of the Swiss Confederation (2008–2008); Member of the Swiss Federal Council (2004–2010); Member of the Swiss Council of States (1997–2003).
Where did Hans-Rudolf Merz study?
Hans-Rudolf Merz was educated at University of St. Gallen.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Hans-Rudolf Merz · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q122275 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Hans-Rudolf Merz - 2008.jpg by Swiss Federal Council (Attribution)

Last updated · facts checked 14 November 2026

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