Gloria Macapagal Arroyo
14th President of the Philippines
Born
April 5th, 1947
78 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Philippines
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Served as the 14th President of the Philippines from 2001 to 2010. Previously held the position of Vice President from 1998 to 2001. Worked as an academic and served in various capacities in government before presidency, including Secretary of Finance. Implemented several economic initiatives and policies during her administration, notably the expanded value-added tax reform.
Served two terms as President of the Philippines
Held the position of Vice President prior to presidency
Implemented expanded value-added tax reforms
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