Carlos Andrés Pérez

Venezuelan President and politician

Carlos Andrés Pérez - Leaders & Politicians born 1922
Born

1922
104 years ago

Died
Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Venezuela

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Served as the 66th President of Venezuela during two non-consecutive terms. The first term lasted from 1974 to 1979, focusing on economic modernization and social reforms. The second term ran from 1989 to 1993, which faced economic turmoil and public protests. His administration emphasized the importance of political participation and aimed to reduce poverty through various programs. Impeached in 1993 for corruption, significant events during his presidency included the implementation of anti-neoliberal policies during the economic crisis. Developed relationships with other Latin American leaders and participated in international diplomacy.

Served two non-consecutive terms as President

Focused on economic modernization and reforms

Impeached for corruption in 1993

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