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Emil Wojtaszek
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| Minister of Foreign Affairs | |
| In office 2 December 1976 – 24 August 1980 |
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| Preceded by | Stefan Olszowski |
| Succeeded by | Józef Czyrek |
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| Born | 22 August 1927 Kraków, Kraków Voivodeship, Poland |
| Died | 17 June 2017 (aged 89) Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland |
| Resting place | Powązki Military Cemetery |
| Political party | Polish United Workers' Party |
Emil Wojtaszek (born August 22, 1927 – died June 17, 2017) was a Polish politician. He was an important person in the government of the Polish People's Republic. From 1976 to 1980, he served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs. This means he was in charge of Poland's relationships with other countries.
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Early Life and Political Beginnings
Emil Wojtaszek was born in Kraków, Poland, on August 22, 1927. As he grew up, he became involved in politics. He was a key member of the Polish United Workers' Party. This party was very important in Poland at that time.
He also worked as a secretary for the party's central committee. This committee helped make big decisions for the country. He was also part of a special group that focused on foreign affairs. This prepared him for his future role.
Serving as Foreign Minister
Emil Wojtaszek became the Minister of Foreign Affairs on December 2, 1976. He held this important job until August 24, 1980. In this role, he represented Poland to other nations.
One of his tasks was signing agreements with other countries. For example, on January 25, 1977, he signed an agreement with India about air travel. This helped connect Poland and India through flights. After his time as foreign minister, Józef Czyrek took over the position.
Later Political Roles
Even after leaving the foreign minister's office, Emil Wojtaszek continued to work in foreign affairs for the party. He stayed on the central committee until April 1981. This was a time when there were many protests happening in Poland.
In February 1982, he also left his position in the Sejm. The Sejm is like Poland's parliament, where laws are made. Later that same year, he was chosen to be Poland's ambassador to Italy. An ambassador represents their country in another nation.
Final Years
Emil Wojtaszek passed away in Warsaw, Poland, on June 17, 2017. He was 89 years old. He was buried in the Powązki Military Cemetery in Warsaw.
