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Junius Jayewardene

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Lawyer and politician Junius Jayewardene grew up in Sri Lanka when it was still ruled by the British. He became a lawyer, but was increasingly attracted towards politics. He assisted in the creation of the pro-western United National Party and held a number of ministries following independence in 1948. However, he did not become prime minister of Sri Lanka until 1977, when he was almost 71. He was often accused by his opponents of being a dictator, but believed that strong rule from the top was necessary if Sri Lanka was to avoid anarchy.

Jayewardene, J.R.

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Jacques Foccart

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Jacques Foccart helped France develop its policies for its African colonies and fostered relations when the colonies became independent countries. He was viewed as the protector of the nations and his diplomatic ways relied on personal relationships. Diplomatic methods replaced his ways in 1995.

France, International relations, Foccart, Jacques

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Victor Paz Estenssoro

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The life and career of Victor Paz Estenssoro, Bolivian politician, are examined in detail. He played a key role in Bolivian politics from the start of the 1950s.

Paz Estenssoro, Victor

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