Carlos Graça
São Toméan politician, Prime Minister
Born
December 22nd, 1931
93 years ago
Died
April 17th, 2013
12 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
São Tomé and Príncipe
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Served as Prime Minister of São Tomé and Príncipe during multiple terms. Worked towards political and economic reforms in the country. Involved in the founding of political parties that shaped the nation's democratic landscape. Contributed to discussions on national development and governance. Engaged with international organizations to promote São Tomé and Príncipe on a global scale.
Served as Prime Minister in the 1990s
Contributed to the establishment of democracy
Participated in negotiations for economic growth
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