José Yves Limantour
Mexican Secretary of Finance
Born
December 26th, 1854
170 years ago
Died
1935
90 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Mexico
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Served as Secretary of Finance in Mexico from 1893 to 1911. Played a key role in financial reform and modernization during the Porfirio Díaz era. Focused on fiscal policies that improved national revenue and attracted foreign investment. Advocated for economic stability which contributed to Mexico's growth in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Implemented major financial reforms in Mexico
Increased foreign investment during tenure
Enhanced tax revenue and public finance management
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