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Jawhien Kavalenka

b. 1980

Belarusian politician (born 1980)

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About Jawhien Kavalenka

Born 1980. Jawhien Kavalenka is a Belarusian jurist.

Evgeny Iosifovich Kovalenko (; born 26 June 1980) is a Belarusian politician serving as minister of justice since 2024. From 2014 to 2015, he served as deputy minister of justice.

Early life and education Evgeny Kovalenko was born on 26 June 1980 in Borzya, Russian SFSR, into a military family.

In 2002, he obtained a law degree from Belarusian State Economic University. Three years later, he obtained an English language degree from Minsk State Linguistic University. In 2008, he obtained a PhD in law by defending a thesis titled "Protection of foreign investments in Belarus in accordance with international treaties". His final degree was from the Academy of Public Administration in 2012. Kovalenko said that in his role he would continue enforcement of the constitutional amendments adopted in 2022.

Kovalenko serves as Deputy Head of the Belarusian Lawyers Union.

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Important facts

Born
26 June 1980, Borzya
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Jurist
Nationality
Belarus
Education
Belarusian State Economic University, Belarusian State University of Foreign Languages, Academy of Public Administration
Positions held
Minister of Justice of the Republic of Belarus
Awards
Gratitude from the President of the Republic of Belarus; Medal "For Labor Services"

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Jawhien Kavalenka?

Belarusian politician (born 1980)

When was Jawhien Kavalenka born?

Jawhien Kavalenka was born on 26 June 1980 in Borzya.

What is Jawhien Kavalenka's occupation?

Jawhien Kavalenka is a jurist.

What nationality is Jawhien Kavalenka?

Jawhien Kavalenka is Belarusian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jawhien Kavalenka

· Wikidata: Q125567584

· DBpedia: Evgeny Kovalenko

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