Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:

Rashid Karami

Role / Field:

Prominent Lebanese statesman, eight-time Prime Minister, and key figure in Lebanese politics.

Born:

1921-12-30

Died:

1987-06-01

Century / Era:

1921s Historical Era

Database Source:

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Origins & Early Life

Rashid Karami (Arabic: رشيد كرامي; 30 December 1921 – 1 June 1987) was a Lebanese statesman. He is considered one of the most important political figures in Lebanon for more than 30 years, including during much of the Lebanese Civil War (1975–1990), and served as prime minister eight times, according to the Guinness Book of World Records this would make him the most elected democratic prime minister in history. He was assassinated in 1987. Rashid Karami was born in Tripoli, North Lebanon, on 30 December 1921 into one of Lebanon's most prominent Sunni political families.

Pivotal Works & Achievements

He was the eldest son of Abdul Hamid Karami, an architect of Lebanese independence from France. His father was also the Grand Mufti, or supreme religious judge, of Tripoli, and served as prime minister in 1945. Rashid Karami graduated from Cairo University with a law degree in 1946. Following his graduation, Karami practiced law in Cairo for three years. On his return to Lebanon, he established a legal practice in Tripoli.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

He was first elected to the National Assembly in 1951 to fill a vacancy caused by the death of his father. He retained this seat until his death in 1987...

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