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Werner Faymann

Austrian politician who was Chancellor of Austria and chairman of the Social Democratic Party of Austria

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Werner Faymann is an Austrian former politician who was Chancellor of Austria and chairman of the Social Democratic Party of Austria (SPÖ) from 2008 to 2016. On 9 May 2016, he resigned from both positions amid widening criticism within his party.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Vienna wd
Citizenship
Austria wd
Occupation
politician, taxi driver, consultant wd
Political party
Social Democratic Party of Austria wd
Education
University of Vienna wd
Spouse
Martina Ludwig-Faymann wd
Official website
werner-faymann.at wd

Positions held wd

  • member of the National Council of Austria (29 October 2013 – 16 December 2013)
  • Federal Chancellor of Austria (2 December 2008 – 9 May 2016)
  • member of the National Council of Austria (28 October 2008 – 2 December 2008)
  • chairman of the Social Democratic Party (2008–2016)
  • Federal Minister for Transport, Innovation and Technology (11 January 2007 – 2 December 2008)
  • member of the regional parliament of Vienna (1985–1994)

Questions

When was Werner Faymann born?
Werner Faymann was born on 4 May 1960 in Vienna.
What positions has Werner Faymann held?
Positions held by Werner Faymann include: member of the National Council of Austria (2013–2013); Federal Chancellor of Austria (2008–2016); member of the National Council of Austria (2008–2008); chairman of the Social Democratic Party (2008–2016); Federal Minister for Transport, Innovation and Technology (2007–2008).
Where did Werner Faymann study?
Werner Faymann was educated at University of Vienna.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Werner Faymann · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q53282 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Werner Faymann Wien08-2008a.jpg by Manfred Werner / Tsui (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Last updated · facts checked 6 November 2026

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