When was Jaume Matas born?

Jaume Matas was born on 5 October 1956 in Palma.

What positions has Jaume Matas held?

Positions held by Jaume Matas include: President of the Balearic Islands (2003–2007); Minister of the Environment (2000–2003); chairperson (1999–2007); President of the Balearic Islands (1996–1999); counselor of Economy and Finance (1993–1996).

Where did Jaume Matas study?

Jaume Matas was educated at University of Valencia.

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Jaume Matas

President of Balearic Islands

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Jaume Matas Palou is a Spanish politician. He was President of the Balearic Islands from 1996 to 1999 and from 2003 to 2007. In March 2012 Matas was sentenced to six years' imprisonment for fraud.

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Born: 5 October 1956 wd
Place of birth: Palma wd
Citizenship: Spain wd
Occupation: politician, inspector wd
Political party: People's Party (1989–2010), People's Alliance (until 1989) wd
Education: University of Valencia wd

Positions held wd

President of the Balearic Islands (26 June 2003 – 6 July 2007)
Minister of the Environment (14 April 2000 – 18 April 2003)
chairperson (2 October 1999 – 4 July 2007)
President of the Balearic Islands (18 June 1996 – 27 July 1999)
counselor of Economy and Finance (18 June 1993 – 18 June 1996)
director general (1989–1993)

Awards wd

Grand Cross of the Order of Charles III

Questions

When was Jaume Matas born?: Jaume Matas was born on 5 October 1956 in Palma.
What positions has Jaume Matas held?: Positions held by Jaume Matas include: President of the Balearic Islands (2003–2007); Minister of the Environment (2000–2003); chairperson (1999–2007); President of the Balearic Islands (1996–1999); counselor of Economy and Finance (1993–1996).
Where did Jaume Matas study?: Jaume Matas was educated at University of Valencia.

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