Rafael Buenaventura
Filipino banker and financial leader
Born
1938
87 years ago
Died
November 30th, 2006
18 years ago — 68 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Philippines
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Held prominent roles in the banking sector in the Philippines. Served as the president of the Development Bank of the Philippines from 1994 to 2002. Contributed to the development of financial institutions and policies that supported infrastructure projects in the country. Engaged in efforts to improve access to banking services for underprivileged sectors.
Served as president of the Development Bank of the Philippines
Led initiatives to enhance financial accessibility
Played a role in infrastructure financing
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