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Hans Streuli
Hans Streuli

Hans Streuli (born July 13, 1892 – died May 23, 1970) was an important Swiss politician. He played a key role in the Swiss government during his time.

He was chosen to join the Swiss Federal Council on December 22, 1953. The Federal Council is like the main government group in Switzerland. He represented the Canton of Zürich, which is one of the areas (called cantons) that make up Switzerland. He served in this role until December 31, 1959. After him, Willy Spühler took over. Hans Streuli was a member of the Free Democratic Party, which is a political group in Switzerland.

During his time in the government, he was in charge of the Department of Finance. This means he managed Switzerland's money and economy. He also had the special honor of being the President of the Confederation in 1957. The President of the Confederation is like the head of the Swiss government for one year.

Who Was Hans Streuli?

Hans Streuli was born in 1892 and lived until 1970. He became known for his work in Swiss politics. His career showed his dedication to public service and managing the country's finances.

His Role in the Swiss Government

Being part of the Swiss Federal Council is a very important job. It's like being a minister in other countries. The council has seven members, and they work together to lead the country. Hans Streuli's job as the head of finance meant he was responsible for the country's budget and how money was spent. This is a big responsibility, making sure the country's economy stays strong.

President of the Confederation

When Hans Streuli became President of the Confederation in 1957, it was a special moment. This role rotates among the members of the Federal Council each year. The president leads meetings of the Federal Council and represents Switzerland at home and abroad. It's a position that shows great trust and respect from his colleagues.

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