Karl Vanlouwe | |
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Senator | |
Assumed office 20 July 2010 | |
Personal details | |
Born | Nieuwpoort, West Flanders | 22 October 1970
Nationality | Belgian |
Political party | N-VA |
Residence | Ganshoren |
Website | http://www.n-va.be/cv/karl-vanlouwe |
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