Mar Roxas
Filipino politician and economic leader
Born
May 13th, 1957
68 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Philippines
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An economist and politician served as the 24th Secretary of the Interior and Local Government in the Philippines. Held various positions in government, including Secretary of the Department of Trade and Industry and Secretary of the Department of Transportation and Communications. Played a significant role in shaping national policies and implementing government programs aimed at local governance and economic development. Ran for higher political office, including the presidential election in 2016.
Served as Secretary of the Interior and Local Government
Directed the Department of Trade and Industry
Led the Department of Transportation and Communications
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