Luis Yáñez-Barnuevo facts for kids
Luis Yáñez-Barnuevo García is a Spanish politician born on April 12, 1943, in a town called Coria del Río. He has dedicated many years to public service, working in different important roles for Spain. He is a member of the Spanish Socialist Workers' Party, which is a big political group in Spain. He also worked as a Member of the European Parliament, helping to make decisions for Europe as part of the Party of European Socialists.
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A Look at Luis Yáñez's Career
Luis Yáñez-Barnuevo García began his journey in national politics in 1977. This was when he was first chosen to be a deputy in the Spanish national parliament. He represented the Badajoz Province at that time.
Serving in the Spanish Parliament
After his first election, Luis Yáñez was re-elected in 1979. This time, he represented the Seville Province. He continued to serve as a deputy for Seville for a very long time, until 2004. This means he was a key voice for the people of Seville in the national parliament for many years.
Working for International Cooperation
From 1985 to 1991, Luis Yáñez took on another important role. He served as the Secretary of State for International Cooperation and for Ibero-America. In this job, he helped Spain work with other countries around the world, especially those in Latin America. This role was about building good relationships and helping with shared projects between nations.
Representing Spain in Europe
Later in his career, Luis Yáñez became a Member of the European Parliament. This meant he helped represent Spain's interests in the European Union. The European Parliament is where elected members from different European countries work together. They make laws and decisions that affect all the countries in the European Union. His work there showed his dedication to both Spain and the wider European community.
