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Markku Laukkanen

b. 1950

Finnish politician

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About Markku Laukkanen

Born 1950. Markku Laukkanen is a Finnish politician.

Markku Matti Laukkanen (born 20 December 1950 in Valkeala) is a Finnish TV journalist and politician. He was a member of the Parliament of Finland from 1991 to 1995 and again from 1999 to 2011, representing the Centre Party. He is a graduate of the University of Tampere.

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Important facts

Born
20 December 1950
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Finland
Positions held
Member of the Parliament of Finland, Representative of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, Substitute member of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe
Awards
Medal of merit of motor traffic; Commander, Second Class, of the Order of the Holy Lamb; Knight First Class of the Order of the White Rose of Finland; Order of the Cross of Terra Mariana, 3rd Class
Also known as
Markku Matti Laukkanen

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Markku Laukkanen?

Finnish politician

When was Markku Laukkanen born?

Markku Laukkanen was born on 20 December 1950.

What is Markku Laukkanen's occupation?

Markku Laukkanen is a politician.

What nationality is Markku Laukkanen?

Markku Laukkanen is Finnish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Markku Laukkanen

· Wikidata: Q11881070

· DBpedia: Markku Laukkanen

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