Joaquín Balaguer
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 (120 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | 3 | 7.33 | 0.68% | +10% | 10,847,910 | 81,175 | $89,000 | 666$ |
| Totals | 3 | 10,847,910 | 81,175 | $89,000 | 666$ |
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Dominican Republic:
Joaquín Balaguer was a politician and contemporary of Emilio Rodríguez Demorizi.
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Dominican Republic:
Joaquín Balaguer is referred to as the 'Maestro del Poder' and is noted for his significant political influence in the Dominican Republic.
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Dominican Republic:
Joaquín Balaguer was a lawyer, diplomat, Secretary of Education, Chancellor, and Secretary of the Presidency.
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Dominican Republic:
Joaquín Balaguer was the president of the Dominican Republic who called Pérez Reyes to work in his government.
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Dominican Republic:
Joaquín Balaguer was mentioned in the context of a financial transaction related to the Centrobasquet of 1975.
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Dominican Republic:
Joaquín Balaguer was the president during the time when Radio Comercial faced several confrontations with the authorities.
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Dominican Republic:
Joaquín Balaguer was a sincere supporter of the author's friend, despite not being politically active.
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Dominican Republic:
Joaquín Balaguer declared the province of Peravia as the 'Eighth National Tourist Pole' to boost the area's development.
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Dominican Republic:
Joaquín Balaguer was the president of the Dominican Republic during the 1977 Miss Universe competition.
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Dominican Republic:
The water tank was installed during the government of the late former president Joaquín Balaguer.
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