Jacques Diouf

(1938–2019) Politician Senegal

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Jacques Diouf was a politician from Senegal, best known for Educating for a sustainable future.

Quick Facts About Jacques Diouf

Born: August 1, 1938
Died: August 17, 2019
Nationality: Senegal
Profession: Politician
Notable works: Educating for a sustainable future

About Jacques Diouf

Jacques Diouf was a Senegalese diplomat and the Director-General of the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) from January 1994 to 31 December 2011. He died on 17 August 2019.

Awards & Honors

Order of the Golden Fleece Order of the Quetzal Order of the Star of Africa Commander of the National Order of Mali Order of Valour Commander of the Legion of Honour Commander of the Order of Saint-Charles Officer of the French Order of Academic Palms

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Commander of the National Order of the Ivory Coast Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Merit Grand Cross of the Order of the Southern Cross honorary doctorate at the Laval University Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun Member of the National Academy of Sciences and Techniques of Senegal Medal of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay