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Diamanto Manolakou (Greek: Διαμάντω Μανωλάκου) is a Greek politician. She was born on March 1, 1959, in Piraeus, Greece. She has held important political positions both in Europe and in her home country.

About Diamanto Manolakou

Diamanto Manolakou is a dedicated politician from Greece. A politician is someone who works in government. They help make decisions for their country or region. Ms. Manolakou is a member of the Communist Party of Greece. This is a political party that works to represent the interests of people in Greece.

What is an MEP?

From 2004 to 2008, Diamanto Manolakou was a Member of the European Parliament (MEP). The European Parliament is like a big meeting place for countries in Europe. It helps make laws and decisions that affect many European nations. Being an MEP means you represent your country in this important group. Ms. Manolakou was elected in the 2004 European Parliament election in Greece. She worked with a group called the European United Left - Nordic Green Left. She resigned from this role in 2008. She did this to take on a new role in Greece.

Serving in the Greek Parliament

After her time as an MEP, Diamanto Manolakou became a member of the Hellenic Parliament. This is the main law-making body in Greece. It is similar to the parliament or congress in other countries. Members of the Hellenic Parliament work to create laws and represent the people of Greece.

Ms. Manolakou has been elected to the Hellenic Parliament many times. She first took a seat there in 2008. She has been re-elected in several elections since then. These include elections in 2009, May 2012, June 2012, January 2015, September 2015, 2019, May 2023, and June 2023. Her long service shows her commitment to the people of Greece.

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