Rafael Pineda Ponce
Honduran academic and politician
Born
August 18th, 1930
95 years ago
Died
January 24th, 2014
11 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Honduras
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Served as a prominent academic and politician in Honduras. Contributed significantly to national politics and educational reforms. Held the position of Minister of Education, where major initiatives were implemented to improve the education system. Actively participated in various political movements aimed at advancing social and economic development in the country.
Served as Minister of Education in Honduras
Implemented educational reforms in the country
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