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Arlene Foster

Arlene Foster is a Northern Irish politician who served as the leader of the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) and as First Minister of Northern Ireland from 2016 to 2019. She is known for her conservative views, particularly on issues related to unionism and Northern Ireland’s relationship with the UK and EU. Foster played a significant role in Northern Irish politics, especially during discussions around Brexit and the region’s governance. Her leadership was sometimes controversial, reflecting the complex political and sectarian dynamics of Northern Ireland.