When was Samak Sundaravej born?

Samak Sundaravej was born on 13 June 1935 in Bangkok.

What positions has Samak Sundaravej held?

Positions held by Samak Sundaravej include: Prime Minister of Thailand (2008–2008); Minister of Defence of Thailand (2008–2008); Prime Minister of Thailand (2008–2008); Member of the House of Representatives of Thailand (2007–2009); Governor of Bangkok (2000–2004).

Where did Samak Sundaravej study?

Samak Sundaravej was educated at Thammasat University, Saint Gabriel's College.

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Samak Sundaravej

Thai politician (1935-2009)

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Samak Sundaravej was a Thai politician who briefly served as the Prime Minister of Thailand and Minister of Defence in 2008, as well as the leader of the People's Power Party in 2008.

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Born: 13 June 1935 wd
Place of birth: Bangkok wd
Died: 24 November 2009 wd
Place of death: Bangkok wd
Citizenship: Thailand wd
Occupation: chef, politician, minister wd
Political party: People's Power Party wd
Education: Thammasat University, Saint Gabriel's College wd
Spouse: Surat Sundaravej wd

Positions held wd

Prime Minister of Thailand (6 February 2008 – 8 September 2008)
Minister of Defence of Thailand (6 February 2008 – 9 September 2008)
Prime Minister of Thailand (29 January 2008 – 9 September 2008)
Member of the House of Representatives of Thailand (23 December 2007 – 24 November 2009)
Governor of Bangkok (23 July 2000 – 22 July 2004)
Minister Attached to the Prime Minister's Office of Thailand (29 November 1996 – 9 November 1997)
Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand (18 July 1995 – 15 June 1996)
Minister of Interior of Thailand (22 October 1976 – 20 October 1977)
Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives of Thailand (21 February 1975 – 17 March 1975)

Awards wd

Order of Friendship

Questions

When was Samak Sundaravej born?: Samak Sundaravej was born on 13 June 1935 in Bangkok.
What positions has Samak Sundaravej held?: Positions held by Samak Sundaravej include: Prime Minister of Thailand (2008–2008); Minister of Defence of Thailand (2008–2008); Prime Minister of Thailand (2008–2008); Member of the House of Representatives of Thailand (2007–2009); Governor of Bangkok (2000–2004).
Where did Samak Sundaravej study?: Samak Sundaravej was educated at Thammasat University, Saint Gabriel's College.

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