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Shakir al-Fahham

1921 – 2008

Syrian politician

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About Shakir al-Fahham

Lived 1921 – 2008 (aged 86–87). Shakir al-Fahham was a Syrian politician and writer.

Shakir Muhammad Kamel Al-Faham (1921 – 28 June 2008) was a Syrian researcher and writer who served as a government minister in the 1960s and 1970s. He alternated between Minister of Higher Education and Minister of Education from 1970 to 1980.

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Important facts

Born
1921, Homs
Birth century
20th century
Died
28 June 2008, Damascus
Occupation
Politician, writer
Nationality
Syria
Education
Cairo University
Positions held
Member of the People's Council of Syria, President of the Arab Academy of Damascus, Vice President of the Arab Academy of Damascus, President of Damascus University
Employers
Arab Academy of Damascus
Awards
King Faisal Prize in Arabic Language and Literature; Order of Education of Jordan
Also known as
Shakir Muhammad Kamel Al-Faham

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Shakir al-Fahham?

Syrian politician

When was Shakir al-Fahham born?

Shakir al-Fahham was born in 1921 in Homs.

When did Shakir al-Fahham die?

Shakir al-Fahham died on 28 June 2008 in Damascus.

What was Shakir al-Fahham's occupation?

Shakir al-Fahham was a politician and writer.

What nationality was Shakir al-Fahham?

Shakir al-Fahham was Syrian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Shakir al-Fahham

· Wikidata: Q12218178

· DBpedia: Shakir Al Faham

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