David Abiker

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David Abiker
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Born (1969-02-11) 11 February 1969 (age 54)
Nationality French
Alma mater Sciences Po
Occupation Journalist

David Abiker (born 11 February 1969 in Suresnes, France) is a French radio and television journalist. [1] He graduated from Sciences Po.

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References

  1. (in French) David Abiker on lexpress.fr