Horacio Cartes
Paraguayan businessman and president
Born
July 5th, 1956
69 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Paraguay
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A businessman and politician in Paraguay, served as the 42nd President from 2013 to 2018. Engaged in various industries, including tobacco, beverages, and finance. Gained prominence in politics through the Colorado Party and won the presidential election in 2013. During presidency, focused on economic reforms, infrastructure development, and enhancing trade relations. Ended term with various achievements in public policy and economic growth.
Served as President of Paraguay from 2013 to 2018
Led the Colorado Party to victory in the 2013 elections
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