When was Zaid Rifai born?

Zaid Rifai was born on 27 November 1936 in Amman.

What positions has Zaid Rifai held?

Positions held by Zaid Rifai include: senator of Jordan (2020–2024); President of the Senate of Jordan (1997–2009); Prime Minister of Jordan (1985–1989); Prime Minister of Jordan (1973–1976).

Where did Zaid Rifai study?

Zaid Rifai was educated at Harvard University, Victoria College, Columbia University.

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Zaid Rifai

Former Prime Minister of Jordan (1936–2024)

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Zaid al-Rifai was a Jordanian politician who served as the 22nd prime minister of Jordan, holding office from May 1973 to July 1976 and again from April 1985 to April 1989. His second tenure remains the longest uninterrupted government in Jordan’s history. In addition to his role as prime minister, al-Rifai served as the president of the Senate of Jordan from 1997 to 2009.

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Born: 27 November 1936 wd
Place of birth: Amman wd
Died: 12 August 2024 wd
Citizenship: Jordan wd
Occupation: diplomat, politician wd
Education: Harvard University, Victoria College, Columbia University wd

Positions held wd

senator of Jordan (27 October 2020 – 15 September 2024)
President of the Senate of Jordan (8 June 1997 – 17 December 2009)
Prime Minister of Jordan (4 April 1985 – 27 April 1989)
Prime Minister of Jordan (26 May 1973 – 13 July 1976)

Awards wd

Order of Independence
Supreme Order of the Renaissance
Order of the Star of Jordan (1963)

Questions

When was Zaid Rifai born?: Zaid Rifai was born on 27 November 1936 in Amman.
What positions has Zaid Rifai held?: Positions held by Zaid Rifai include: senator of Jordan (2020–2024); President of the Senate of Jordan (1997–2009); Prime Minister of Jordan (1985–1989); Prime Minister of Jordan (1973–1976).
Where did Zaid Rifai study?: Zaid Rifai was educated at Harvard University, Victoria College, Columbia University.

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