Jean-Claude Van Cauwenberghe

Jean-Claude Van Cauwenberghe (born 28 April 1944 in Charleroi), nicknamed "Van Cau", is a Belgian politician. He is member of the Parti Socialiste (Socialist Party; PS). He was the tenth Minister-President of Wallonia from 4 April 2000 until 30 September 2005. He resigned amid the ICDI affair and was replaced by Elio Di Rupo.^[1] He also served as mayor of Charleroi (1983–2000).

Jean-Claude Van Cauwenberghe
Minister-President of region of Wallonia
In office 4 April 2000 – 30 September 2005
Preceded by	Elio Di Rupo
Succeeded by	André Antoine (Acting)
Personal details
Born	(1944-04-28) 28 April 1944 (age 81) Charleroi
Nationality	Belgian
Political party	Socialist Party