When was Omar Razzaz born?

Omar Razzaz was born on 17 May 1961 in Salt.

What positions has Omar Razzaz held?

Positions held by Omar Razzaz include: Prime Minister of Jordan (2018–2020); Minister of Education of Jordan (2017–2018).

Where did Omar Razzaz study?

Omar Razzaz was educated at Harvard University, Harvard Law School, Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

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Omar Razzaz

Jordanian politician

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Omar Razzaz (Arabic: عمر الرزاز; born 17 May 1961) is a Jordanian politician who served as the 42nd Prime Minister of Jordan from June 14, 2018 to October 12, 2020. He formed a new government on 5 June 2018 after his predecessor resigned as a result of widespread protests against IMF-backed austerity measures in the country.

Quick facts

Born: 17 May 1961 wd
Place of birth: Salt wd
Citizenship: Jordan wd
Occupation: politician wd
Political party: independent politician wd
Education: Harvard University, Harvard Law School, Massachusetts Institute of Technology wd

Positions held wd

Prime Minister of Jordan (14 June 2018 – 12 October 2020)
Minister of Education of Jordan (4 January 2017 – 4 June 2018)

About

Born in Al-Salt, Razzaz began his schooling in Amman, later continuing his studies abroad. He was director of several national and international institutions. He was Minister of Education in Hani Al-Mulki's government since 4 January 2017, before his designation as prime minister and he served as Minister of Defense from 14 June 2018 to October 12, 2020.

Questions

When was Omar Razzaz born?: Omar Razzaz was born on 17 May 1961 in Salt.
What positions has Omar Razzaz held?: Positions held by Omar Razzaz include: Prime Minister of Jordan (2018–2020); Minister of Education of Jordan (2017–2018).
Where did Omar Razzaz study?: Omar Razzaz was educated at Harvard University, Harvard Law School, Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

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