Miriam Defensor Santiago
Filipino judge and prominent senator
Born
June 15th, 1945
80 years ago
Died
September 29th, 2016
8 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Philippines
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Born in 1945, a Filipino judge and politician served as a senator for multiple terms. Graduated from the University of the East College of Law in 1968 and later earned a Master of Laws from Harvard Law School. In the 1990s, appointed as a judge of the International Criminal Court. Played a significant role in legislative reforms and anti-corruption measures within the Philippine government. Involved in various committees and served as the chair of the Senate foreign relations committee.
Served as a senator multiple terms
Appointed as a judge at the International Criminal Court
Authored numerous landmark laws
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