Valéry Giscard d’Estaing
Valéry Giscard d’Estaing was a French politician who served as President of France from 1974 to 1981. Born on February 2, 1926, he was known for his modernizing reforms, including changes to the education system and the introduction of the 1975 law allowing divorce by mutual consent. His presidency was marked by attempts to promote European integration and economic liberalism. He was also notable for his participation in the first televised debate between presidential candidates in France, where he famously challenged his opponent's claims on emotional grounds.
Born on Feb 02, 1926 (99 years old)
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Luxembourg:
Valéry Giscard d'Estaing was the successor to Georges Pompidou who decided to continue the construction of the Centre Pompidou.
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Australia:
Valery Giscard d’Estaing referred to America’s ‘exorbitant privilege’ regarding the dollar's status.
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Switzerland:
Valéry Giscard d’Estaing was the French President who agreed to support Khomeiny's return to Iran.
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Switzerland:
Valéry Giscard d’Estaing referred to the dollar's status as an 'exorbitant privilege' for the United States.
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Switzerland:
Valéry Giscard d’Estaing referred to the dollar's status as an 'exorbitant privilege' for the United States.
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Greece:
Valéry Giscard d'Estaing did not want to close the door on Plato and thus we entered the then EEC.
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France:
Valéry Giscard d'Estaing also refused to use the photo to undermine Mitterrand.
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France:
Valéry Giscard d’Estaing was the President of France during the release of 'Pourquoi pas !'.
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Switzerland:
Valéry Giscard d’Estaing continued his affairs openly while in office.
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Monaco:
Valéry Giscard d'Estaing was involved in a scandal after being caught out late at night following a car accident.
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