Manuel Zamora
Farmer and Filipino politician
Born
November 16th, 1950
74 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Philippines
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Born in 1950, this individual participated in politics while maintaining a connection to agriculture. Engaged in local governance, he contributed to the development of rural communities through various agricultural initiatives. The focus on enhancing farming practices and supporting farmers formed a significant part of the political agenda. Active involvement in policymaking aimed at improving the livelihoods of farmers was a hallmark of the individual's political career.
Served as Governor of Davao del Norte
Promoted agricultural development policies
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