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Taher Masri

b. 1942

Jordanian politician

Politician Diplomat Civil servant
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About Taher Masri

Born 1942. Taher Masri is a Jordanian politician, diplomat and civil servant.

Taher Nashat al-Masri (; born March 5, 1942) is a Jordanian politician who served as the 28th Prime Minister of Jordan from 19 June 1991 to 21 November 1991. He opposed the invasion of Iraq but reportedly wanted the Americans to stay in Iraq and keep it "out of the hands of the fundamentalists".

He was the Speaker of the House of Representatives of Jordan from 1993 to 1995.

He served on the Council on Foreign Relations since 2002 and is the league's commissioner for civil society. While Prime Minister, he pressed for changes to the election law.

He served as the President of the Senate of Jordan from 17 December 2009 to 24 October 2013.

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Important facts

Born
5 March 1942, Nablus
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician, diplomat, civil servant
Nationality
Mandatory Palestine, Jordan
Education
University of North Texas, An-Najah National University
Positions held
Prime Minister of Jordan, Member of the House of Representatives of Jordan, Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies of Jordan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Jordan
Awards
Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the British Empire; Grand Cross 1st class of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany; Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun; National Order of the Cedar; Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic; Decoration of Honour for Services to the Republic of Austria; Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour
Also known as
Taher Nashat Masri

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Taher Masri?

Jordanian politician

When was Taher Masri born?

Taher Masri was born on 5 March 1942 in Nablus.

What is Taher Masri's occupation?

Taher Masri is a politician, diplomat and civil servant.

What nationality is Taher Masri?

Taher Masri is Jordanian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Taher Masri

· Wikidata: Q2067182

· DBpedia: Taher Masri

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