Owen Arthur
Barbadian economist and politician
Born
October 17th, 1949
75 years ago
Died
2020
5 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Barbados
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Served as the Prime Minister of Barbados from 1994 to 2008. Contributed to the country's economic policies and was influential in the development of Barbados's financial services sector. Played a key role in regional integration, advocating for the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS). He also fostered investments in tourism and education, further shaping the island's economic landscape.
Served as Prime Minister of Barbados for 14 years
Implemented significant economic reforms
Advocated for Caribbean regional integration
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