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Michelle Bachelet

Michelle Bachelet

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Politics
Birthday
September 29, 1951
Age
74
Height
0'0" (0 cm)
Net Worth
$10M
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About

Verónica Michelle Bachelet Jeria is a prominent Chilean politician who served as the 33rd and 35th president of Chile. She holds the distinction of being the first and only woman to hold the presidency of Chile. Bachelet was re-elected in December 2013 with over 62% of the vote, making her the first president of Chile to be re-elected since 1932. After her second term, she served as United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights.

Career Timeline

1979D$0.01M

Medical degree received

Completed her medical degree, starting her career in healthcare.

1990C$0.05M+$0.04M

Worked at Ministry of Health

Began working at the Ministry of Health, transitioning into public service.

2000C$0.1M+$0.05M

Minister of Health Appointed

Appointed as Minister of Health, marking a significant step in her political career.

2002B$0.5M+$0.4M

Defense Minister appointment

Appointed as Minister of National Defense, breaking gender barriers in Chilean politics.

2006A$2M+$1.5M

First term as President

Elected as the first female President of Chile, reaching the pinnacle of her political career.

2010B$5M+$3M

UN Women Executive Director

Appointed as the first Executive Director of UN Women, working internationally on gender equality issues.

2014A$8M+$3M

Second Presidential term

Elected for a second non-consecutive term as President of Chile, continuing her political influence.

2018B$10M+$2M

UN Human Rights Commissioner

Became the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, advocating for human rights globally.

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