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Mulatu Teshome

b. 1957

Former President of Ethiopia

Diplomat Politician Minister
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About Mulatu Teshome

Born 1957. Mulatu Teshome is an Ethiopian diplomat, politician and minister.

Mulatu Teshome Wirtu (; ; born 1957 ) is an Ethiopian politician who was president of Ethiopia from 2013 to 2018. He was educated in China, receiving his bachelor's degree in philosophy of political economy and doctorate in international politics at Peking University. He was also Speaker of the House of Federation from 2002 to 2005. and Azerbaijan.

While serving as Ambassador to Turkey, he was elected as President of Ethiopia by a unanimous parliamentary vote

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Important facts

Born
29 January 1957, Arjo
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Diplomat, politician, minister
Nationality
Ethiopia
Education
Peking University, Beijing Language and Culture University, The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy
Positions held
President of Ethiopia, Member of the House of Federation of Ethiopia, Ambassador of Ethiopia to Japan
Also known as
Mulatu Teshome Wirtu

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Mulatu Teshome?

former President of Ethiopia

When was Mulatu Teshome born?

Mulatu Teshome was born on 29 January 1957 in Arjo.

What is Mulatu Teshome's occupation?

Mulatu Teshome is a diplomat, politician and minister.

What nationality is Mulatu Teshome?

Mulatu Teshome is Ethiopian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Mulatu Teshome

· Wikidata: Q15054736

· DBpedia: Mulatu Teshome

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