Mati Ahven
Mati Ahven | |
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| Born | 3 February 1943 Rannu |
| Nationality | Estonia |
| Education | Põltsamaa Secondary School |
| Alma mater | Estonian University of Life Sciences |
Mati Ahven (born 3 February 1943, in Rannu, Estonia) is an engineer and mechanic who was a member of the Estonian Supreme Soviet and a voter for the Estonian restoration of Independence.
He graduated from Põltsamaa Secondary School in 1961 and the Faculty of Mechanization of Agriculture at the Estonian University of Life Sciences in 1969.
He worked as engineer and production manager in Põltsamaa from 1969 to 1990.
In 1989, he was elected a member of the city council of Põltsamaa. From 1990 to 1992, he was a member of the Estonian Supreme Soviet, being a member of the Social Affairs Committee; He also participated in the work of the Land Use Group. On August 20, 1991, he voted for the restoration of Estonia's independence.[1]
Awards
- 2002: 5th class of the Order of the National Coat of Arms (received 23 February 2002)[2]
- 2006: 3rd class of the Order of the National Coat of Arms (received 23 February 2006)[3]
References
- ^ Who is Who in Estonian Politics in 1988-1992. Estonian Encyclopedia Publishing. Tallinn 1992
- ^ "Bearer of decorations: Mati Ahven (V)". Estonian State Decorations. Retrieved 5 May 2018.
- ^ "Bearer of decorations: Mati Ahven (III)". Estonian State Decorations. Retrieved 5 May 2018.