Nahima Lanjri | |
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Senator | |
In office 28 June 2007 –June 2011 | |
Personal details | |
Born | Borgerhout | 17 February 1968
Nationality | Belgian |
Political party | CD&V |
Residence | Borgerhout |
Website | www.nahima.be |
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