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Vladimir PristyukUkrainian politician
Date of Birth: 02.02.1960
Country:  Ukraine |
Content:
- Early Life and Education
- Political Career
- Governor of Luhansk Oblast
- Professional and Civic Life
- Honors and Awards
- Personal Life
Early Life and Education
Valeriy Holikov was born on May 2, 1960, in Anthracite, Luhansk Oblast, Ukraine. He graduated from the Kommunarsk Mining and Metallurgical Institute with a degree in industrial and civil construction.
Political Career
Early Positions and Party AffiliationFrom 1985 to 1987, Holikov served as First Secretary of the Kommunarsk Komsomol City Committee. He later became a consultant and secretary for the Voroshilovgrad Oblast Committee of the Communist Party of Ukraine.
In 1990, Holikov joined the Party of Regions. He held various high-ranking positions in local government, including Secretary of the Luhansk City Council and Deputy Chairman of the Luhansk Oblast State Administration.
Governor of Luhansk Oblast
On November 10, 2010, Holikov was appointed Governor of Luhansk Oblast by President Viktor Yanukovych. He served in this capacity until March 2, 2014, when he was dismissed following the Euromaidan protests.
Professional and Civic Life
Holikov worked as a master at the "Domstroy" Directorate and later as General Director of several companies. He also founded the "Our Home - Luhansk" organization and the "Sputnik" youth club.
Honors and Awards
Holikov was recognized for his service with the Order of Merit, 3rd degree.
