Mátyás Szűrös
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Mátyás Szűrös (Hungarian pronunciation: [ˈmaːcaːʃ ˈsyːrøʃ]; born 11 September 1933) is a Hungarian politician. He served as provisional president of the Republic from 23 October 1989 to 2 May 1990. His presidency occurred during Hungary's transition from Communism to democratic government.[1][2]
The native form of this personal name is Szűrös Mátyás. This article uses Western name order when mentioning individuals.
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Mátyás Szűrös | |
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President of Hungary | |
In office 23 October 1989 – 2 May 1990 | |
Prime Minister | Miklós Németh |
Preceded by | Brunó Ferenc Straub (as Chairman of the Presidential Council of Hungary) |
Succeeded by | Árpád Göncz |
Speaker of the National Assembly | |
In office 10 May 1989 – 2 May 1990 | |
Preceded by | István Stadinger |
Succeeded by | István Fodor (acting)Árpád Göncz |
Personal details | |
Born | (1933-09-11) 11 September 1933 (age 90) Püspökladány, Hungary |
Political party | MSZMP (?–1989) MSZP (1989–2002) New Left Party (2002–2003) SZDP (2003–2013) |
Spouse | Andrea Takács |
Children | Mátyás Iván Lili Andrea |
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