Bill Birch
Bill Birch is a former New Zealand politician who served as a member of the National Party and held various ministerial roles during the 1990s, including Minister of Finance. Known for his pragmatic approach and significant influence within the party, Birch played a crucial role in shaping economic policy during his tenure. He is often remembered for his leadership style and his contributions to the National Party's strategies during a transformative period in New Zealand's political landscape.
Born on Jan 01, 1940 (85 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| New Zealand | 1 | 4.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 4,344 | $210,000 | 189$ |
| Totals | 1 | 4,822,233 | 4,344 | $210,000 | 189$ |
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New Zealand:
Bill Birch was involved in the asset sales that were criticized for their low prices.
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New Zealand:
Bill Birch is noted as a past polarizing minister of labour or workplace in New Zealand, compared to Brooke van Velden.
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New Zealand:
Bill Birch was appointed finance minister by Jim Bolger during a turbulent economic period in the 1990s.
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New Zealand:
Bill Birch was a close ally of James Bolger and played a significant role in New Zealand's economic policies during Bolger's tenure.
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New Zealand:
Bill Birch was a close ally of Bolger and served as Finance Minister during his government.
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New Zealand:
Birch was famously frugal and maintained many of Ruth Richardson’s fiscal policies.
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New Zealand:
Bill Birch is referenced as a minister during Jim Bolger's leadership.
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