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Juan José Ibarretxe
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Juan José Ibarretxe Markuartu (born 15 March 1957)[1] is a former president of the Basque Autonomous Community in Spain.[2] Also a leading member of the Basque Nationalist Party (PNV) during the period, he held office from 2 January 1999 to 7 May 2009. Ibarretxe is an advocate of Basque independence by peaceful means.[2]
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Quick Facts Lehendakari of the Basque Country, Vice President ...
Juan Jose Ibarretxe | |
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Lehendakari of the Basque Country | |
In office 2 January 1999 – 7 May 2009 | |
Vice President | Idoia Zenerrutzabeitia Beldarrain |
Preceded by | José Antonio Ardanza |
Succeeded by | Patxi López |
Deputy Lehendakari of the Basque Country | |
In office 4 January 1995 – 2 January 1999 | |
President | José Antonio Ardanza |
Preceded by | Jon Imanol Azúa |
Succeeded by | Idoia Zenerrutzabeitia Beldarrain |
Personal details | |
Born | Juan José Ibarretxe Markuartu (1957-05-15) 15 May 1957 (age 67) Llodio, Álava, Spain |
Political party | PNV |
Spouse | Begoña Arregui |
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