World Leader At 31: How Sebastian Kurz Became Austria’s Chancellor | FO554 Raj Shamani

World Leader At 31: How Sebastian Kurz Became Austria’s Chancellor | FO554 Raj Shamani

August 27, 2026 · 2h 16m

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Sebastian Kurz discusses his journey to becoming Austria's Chancellor at a young age and shares insights on politics and leadership.

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