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Salim Al-Huss

Lebanese statesman (1929–2024)

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Salim Ahmad al-Huss, also spelled Selim El-Hoss, was a Lebanese economist and politician who served as the prime minister of Lebanon and a longtime Member of Parliament representing his hometown, Beirut. He was known as a technocrat.

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Born
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Place of birth
Beirut wd
Died
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Place of death
Beirut wd
Citizenship
Lebanon wd
Occupation
economist, diplomat, politician, university teacher wd
Political party
independent politician wd
Education
American University of Beirut, International College, Beirut, Indiana University wd

Positions held wd

  • Prime Minister of Lebanon (6 December 1998 – 23 October 2000)
  • Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lebanon (4 December 1998 – 26 October 2000)
  • Member of the Parliament of Lebanon (15 September 1996 – 3 September 2000)
  • Member of the Parliament of Lebanon (16 October 1992 – 15 October 1996)
  • Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lebanon (25 November 1989 – 24 December 1990)
  • acting president (22 November 1989 – 24 November 1989)
  • acting president (22 September 1988 – 5 November 1989)
  • Prime Minister of Lebanon (2 June 1987 – 24 December 1990)
  • Minister of Education (30 April 1984 – 22 September 1988)
  • Minister of Economy and Trade (9 December 1976 – 16 July 1979)
  • Minister of Information of Lebanon (9 December 1976 – 16 July 1979)
  • Prime Minister of Lebanon (8 December 1976 – 20 July 1980)

Questions

When was Salim Al-Huss born?
Salim Al-Huss was born on 20 December 1929 in Beirut.
What positions has Salim Al-Huss held?
Positions held by Salim Al-Huss include: Prime Minister of Lebanon (1998–2000); Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lebanon (1998–2000); Member of the Parliament of Lebanon (1996–2000); Member of the Parliament of Lebanon (1992–1996); Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lebanon (1989–1990).
Where did Salim Al-Huss study?
Salim Al-Huss was educated at American University of Beirut, International College, Beirut, Indiana University.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Salim Al-Huss · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q2094707 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Salim el-Hoss Axis for Peace 2005-11-17.jpg by Réseau Voltaire (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Last updated · facts checked 7 November 2026

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