About Michel Jobert
Lived 1921 – 2002 (aged 80). Michel Jobert was a French diplomat, politician, lawyer and writer.
Michel Jobert (; 11 September 1921 – 25 May 2002) was a French politician of the left-wing Gaullist orientation. He served as Minister of Foreign Affairs under Georges Pompidou, and as Minister of External Commerce under François Mitterrand.
His tenure was marked, in part, by tense relations with the United States as he pursued French independence in the sphere of foreign relations. This policy at one point led a frustrated Henry Kissinger to call him "an idiot" and a "bad" foreign minister. Jobert died on 25 May 2002 in Paris, aged 80.
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Who was Michel Jobert?
French politician (1921-2002)
When was Michel Jobert born?
Michel Jobert was born on 11 September 1921 in Meknes.
When did Michel Jobert die?
Michel Jobert died on 25 May 2002 in 15th arrondissement of Paris.
What was Michel Jobert's occupation?
Michel Jobert was a diplomat, politician, lawyer and writer.
What nationality was Michel Jobert?
Michel Jobert was French.
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