Joaquín Balaguer

Joaquín Balaguer

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Joaquín Balaguer was a prominent Dominican politician and statesman who served as President of the Dominican Republic for several terms during the mid-20th century. His administration saw significant infrastructure developments, including the inauguration of the Aeropuerto Internacional de Las Américas in 1969, a key facility for the country's connectivity and economic growth. Balaguer's political career was marked by his influence on Dominican politics, often characterized by his authoritarian tendencies and close ties with the United States during the Cold War.

Born on Sep 01, 1906 (119 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
2 wks
Reach
53,791
Power
441$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Dominican Republic 5 6.00 0.41% +20% 10,847,910 53,791 $89,000 441$
Totals 5 10,847,910 53,791 $89,000 441$
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Dominican Republic Dominican Republic: Joaquín Balaguer is mentioned in the context of a tribute at his tomb. 7

Listín Diario – oldest Dominican newspaper, est. 1889: El Salto de la Pulga

Dominican Republic Dominican Republic: Joaquín Balaguer was commemorated for his political legacy and contributions to the development of the Dominican Republic. 9

Listín Diario – oldest Dominican newspaper, est. 1889: Reformistas conmemoran el 24 aniversario del fallecimiento de Balaguer

Dominican Republic Dominican Republic: Antún Batlle clarified that the only request from the PRSC is to uphold the political project with responsibility and loyalty, respecting the principles of its historical leader, Joaquín Balaguer. 6

Listín Diario – oldest Dominican newspaper, est. 1889: Desde marzo de 2026, las candidaturas independientes desaparecieron de la legislación dominicana

Dominican Republic Dominican Republic: Joaquín Balaguer was a five-time president of the Dominican Republic who supported journalists and writers during his tenure. 8

Listín Diario – oldest Dominican newspaper, est. 1889: Henry Louis Mencken, el hombre que lo odiaba todo