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“Terrorism is an evil that threatens all the countries in Europe. Vigorous cooperation in the European Union and worldwide is crucial in order to meet this evil head on.”

Quote by Jan Peter Balkenende

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Jan Peter Balkenende

Jan Peter Balkenende, born on May 7, 1956, is a former Prime Minister of the Netherlands. He served as the Prime Minister from 2002 to 2010, during which he promoted social and economic reforms in the Netherlands. Under his leadership, the Netherlands played an active role on the international stage. more

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