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Abdul Halim Iskandar

b. 1962

Indonesian politician

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About Abdul Halim Iskandar

Born 1962. Abdul Halim Iskandar is an Indonesian politician.

Abdul Halim Iskandar (born 14 July 1962), often nicknamed Gus Halim, is an Indonesian politician who is the 7th and former Minister of Villages, Development of Disadvantaged Regions, and Transmigration in President Joko Widodo's Onward Indonesia Cabinet since 2019-2024. A member of the National Awakening Party (PKB), he previously served as the speaker of the East Java Regional People's Representative Council from 2014 to 2019. Halim is the brother of Muhaimin Iskandar, the leader of the PKB, and the great-grandchild of , a politician and figure in the Nahdlatul Ulama. He is married to Lilik Umi Nasriiyah, the couple has 3 children.

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Important facts

Born
14 July 1962, Jombang
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Indonesia
Education
Yogyakarta State University, State University of Malang
Positions held
Minister of Villages, Development of Disadvantaged Regions and Transmigration

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Abdul Halim Iskandar?

Indonesian politician

When was Abdul Halim Iskandar born?

Abdul Halim Iskandar was born on 14 July 1962 in Jombang.

What is Abdul Halim Iskandar's occupation?

Abdul Halim Iskandar is a politician.

What nationality is Abdul Halim Iskandar?

Abdul Halim Iskandar is Indonesian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Abdul Halim Iskandar

· Wikidata: Q72061441

· DBpedia: Abdul Halim Iskandar

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