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    Home » Politics » Etienne Davignon has died

    Etienne Davignon has died

    The former Belgian European Commissioner was 93 years old

    Redazione</a> <a class="social twitter" href="https://twitter.com/eunewsit" target="_blank">eunewsit</a> by Redazione eunewsit
    18 May 2026
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    Etienne Davignon. Source: EC - Audiovisual Service
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    Etienne Davignon. Source: EC - Audiovisual Service

    Brussels – Former Belgian European Commissioner Etienne Davignon died this morning at the age of 93. 

    Throughout his long life, he also played a leading role in the business world, serving as chairman of the Bilderberg Group and helping to found Brussels Airlines.

    We publish below, at this link, a recent profile written by our columnist Roberto Zangrandi.

    English version by the Translation Service of Withub
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