Kaspar Villiger

Kaspar Villiger (pronounced Caspar Veeleeger) (born February 5, 1941) is a Swiss industrialist and politician.

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February 5 - 1941 - Swiss

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He was elected to the Swiss Federal Council on February 1, 1989. He is affiliated to the Free Democratic Party.

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Swiss Federal Council - February 1 - 1989 - Free Democratic Party

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During his office time he has held the following departments:

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• Federal Military Department (1989 - 1995)
• Federal Department of Finance (1996 - 2003)

He has been President of the Confederation twice in 1995 and 2002.

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President of the Confederation - 1995 - 2002

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In September 2003, he resigned for December 31, 2003.

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December 31 - 2003

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