Ugo Cappellacci | |
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President of Sardinia | |
In office 27 February 2009 –12 March 2014 | |
Preceded by | Renato Soru |
Succeeded by | Francesco Pigliaru |
Personal details | |
Born | Cagliari,Italy | 27 November 1960
Political party | Forza Italia (2013-present) |
Other political affiliations | The People of Freedom (2009-2013) |
Residence(s) | Cagliari,Italy |
Alma mater | Bocconi University |
Profession | Politician |
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