Benigno Fitial

Governor of Northern Mariana Islands

Benigno Fitial - Governor of Northern Mariana Islands
Born

November 27th, 1945
79 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Northern Mariana Islands

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Served as the 7th Governor of the Northern Mariana Islands from 2002 to 2010. Focused on economic development and tourism in the region. Helped navigate the islands through various political and economic challenges during tenure. Active in local business and community affairs.

Served as Governor from 2002 to 2010

Promoted tourism and economic growth

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