Frederik Willem de Klerk
Frederik Willem de Klerk was the last State President of apartheid-era South Africa, serving from 1989 to 1994. He is best known for his role in dismantling apartheid and initiating the negotiations that led to the country's first multiracial elections in 1994, alongside Nelson Mandela. For these efforts, de Klerk was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993, sharing it with Mandela, in recognition of their joint efforts to peacefully end decades of racial segregation and foster reconciliation in South Africa.
Born on Mar 18, 1936 (89 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| France | 1 | 7.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 67,922 | $2,700,000 | 2,810$ |
| Norway | 1 | 8.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 5,421,241 | 5,258 | $403,000 | 391$ |
| Totals | 2 | 70,694,752 | 73,180 | $3,103,000 | 3,201$ |
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Norway:
He received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993 alongside Nelson Mandela.
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France:
Frederik Willem De Klerk was the South African president who shook hands with Nelson Mandela after the abolition of apartheid.
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Finland:
Frederik Willem de Klerk is referenced as a historical figure who released Nelson Mandela during his presidency.
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Jamaica:
Frederik Willem de Klerk won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993.
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