Enrique Bolaños

Nicaraguan politician, President of Nicaragua

Enrique Bolaños - Nicaraguan politician, President of Nicaragua
Born

May 13th, 1928
97 years ago

Died

2021
4 years ago — 93 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Nicaragua

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Served as the President of Nicaragua from 2002 to 2007. Held the position after winning the presidential elections as a candidate for the Liberal Constitutional Party. Prior to presidency, served in various government roles, including as a business executive and leader within the party. Focused on economic reforms and fostering international relations during the presidency. Post-presidency, remained active in Nicaraguan politics and continued to influence national discourse.

Served as President of Nicaragua

Promoted economic reforms during presidency

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