Joaquín Balaguer
Dominican politician and lawyer
Born
September 1st, 1906
118 years ago
Died
2002
23 years ago — 96 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Dominican Republic
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Served as the 49th President of the Dominican Republic during three terms: from 1960 to 1962, 1966 to 1978, and 1986 to 1996. Balaguer's presidency was marked by authoritarian governance, a focus on economic development, and infrastructure projects. Contributed to the modernization of the country, particularly in urban areas. His political career spanned several decades, starting as a lawyer and later becoming a prominent figure in politics and governance.
Served multiple terms as President
Led economic development projects
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