Alvaro Colom
Álvaro Colom served as the President of Guatemala from 2008 to 2012. He is a member of the National Unity of Hope party and was known for his focus on social programs aimed at reducing poverty and inequality in the country. His administration faced challenges, including widespread corruption and public discontent, but he laid the groundwork for some social initiatives that sought to address the needs of the underprivileged population.
Born on Jun 15, 1949 (77 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Guatemala | 1 | 6.00 | 0.22% | +0% | 17,915,568 | 39,636 | $82,000 | 181$ |
| Totals | 1 | 17,915,568 | 39,636 | $82,000 | 181$ |
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Recent Mentions
Guatemala:
Álvaro Colom won the general elections in a second round on December 28, 2003.
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Guatemala:
Álvaro Colom was in power when the maximum security prison Fraijanes II was inaugurated.
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Guatemala:
Álvaro Colom was the president who appointed a general prosecutor in 2010.
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Guatemala:
The program of state spending grew 35% during the administration of Álvaro Colom.
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Guatemala:
Álvaro Colom's government budget in 2011 was Q59,174 million.
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Panama:
Álvaro Colom was the president when the Hogar Seguro was established in 2010.
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Panama:
Álvaro Colom was the president of Guatemala who opposed Panama's exit from the Parlacen.
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Guatemala:
Álvaro Colom's administration was involved in the kidnapping of Zamora.
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Guatemala:
Álvaro Colom is mentioned as a former president under whom Sandra Torres was a powerful figure.
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Guatemala:
Álvaro Colom's government previously supported Joviel Acevedo and prevented his expulsion from the teaching profession.
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