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Lydie Polfer
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| Mayor of Luxembourg City | |
| Assumed office 17 December 2013 |
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| Preceded by | Xavier Bettel |
| In office 1 January 1982 – 18 August 1999 |
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| Preceded by | Camille Polfer |
| Succeeded by | Paul Helminger |
| 9th Deputy Prime Minister of Luxembourg | |
| In office 7 August 1999 – 31 July 2004 |
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| Prime Minister | Jean-Claude Juncker |
| Preceded by | Jacques Poos |
| Succeeded by | Jean Asselborn |
| Minister of Foreign Affairs | |
| In office 7 August 1999 – 31 July 2004 |
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| Prime Minister | Jean-Claude Juncker |
| Preceded by | Jacques Poos |
| Succeeded by | Jean Asselborn |
| Member of the Chamber of Deputies | |
| Assumed office 8 July 2009 |
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| Personal details | |
| Born | November 22, 1952 Luxembourg City, Luxembourg |
| Political party | Democratic Party |
| Residence | Luxembourg City |
Lydie Polfer was born on November 22, 1952, in Luxembourg City. She is a well-known politician from Luxembourg. Lydie Polfer has held many important jobs in her country's government. These include being the Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister for Foreign Affairs. She has also served as the Mayor of Luxembourg City. Beyond Luxembourg, she was a Member of the European Parliament (MEP). She is part of the Democratic Party, often called the DP.
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Lydie Polfer's Political Journey
Lydie Polfer followed in her father's footsteps. Her father, Camille Polfer, was also the mayor of Luxembourg City. He had to step down because of his health. Lydie then took over this important role.
Early Career in Government
Lydie Polfer was first chosen to be a member of the Chamber of Deputies in 1984. This is like being a member of parliament in other countries. She represented the Centre area.
From August 1999 to July 2004, she held two very big jobs. She was the Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister for Foreign Affairs. She worked in the government led by Jean-Claude Juncker.
European Parliament Role
In 2004, Lydie Polfer was elected to the European Parliament. This is a group of people from different European countries who work together. She was a top choice for her party, the DP. In the European Parliament, her party joined a group called the Alliance of Liberals and Democrats for Europe.
Returning as Mayor
Lydie Polfer has served as the Mayor of Luxembourg City more than once. She was mayor from 1982 to 1999. Then, she became mayor again in 2013. She continues to hold this position today. As mayor, she helps lead the city and make decisions for its people.
She also holds another important international role. She is a Vice Chair of the ACP-EU Joint Parliamentary Assembly. This group brings together lawmakers from Europe and African, Caribbean, and Pacific countries.
Recent Elections
In the 2023 elections in Luxembourg, Lydie Polfer was still a strong candidate. She finished third on her party's list. This shows she continues to be an important figure in Luxembourg politics.
See Also
In Spanish: Lydie Polfer para niños
- Juncker-Polfer Ministry (1999–2004) - This was the government where Lydie Polfer served as Deputy Prime Minister.
