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. He also served as mayor of Charleroi (1983-2000).
Jean-Claude Van Cauwenberghe | |
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| Minister-President of region of Wallonia | |
| In office 4 April 2000 – 30 September 2005 | |
| Preceded by | Elio Di Rupo |
| Succeeded by | André Antoine (Acting) |
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| Born | 28 April 1944 Charleroi |
| Nationality | Belgian |
| Political party | Socialist Party |
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