Martín Torrijos
Martín Erasto Torrijos Espino (Spanish pronunciation: [maɾˈtin toˈrixos]; born July 18, 1963) is a Panamanian politician. He was 35th President of Panama from September 1, 2004 to June 30, 2009. His father was Omar Torrijos, who was the Military Leader of Panama from 1968 to 1981.[1]
Martín Torrijos | |
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 Martín Torrijos in 2004. | |
| 35th President of Panama | |
| In office September 1, 2004 – June 30, 2009 | |
| Vice President |
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| Preceded by | Mireya Moscoso |
| Succeeded by | Ricardo Martinelli |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Martín Erasto Torrijos Espino July 18, 1963 Chitré, Panama |
| Political party | Democratic Revolutionary Party |
| Spouse(s) | Vivian Fernández |
| Alma mater | Texas A&M University |
| Occupation | economist, politician |
Martín Torrijos Media
Martín Torrijos and George W. Bush in the Oval Office, February 16, 2007
Ribbon bar of the "Order José Martí"
DOM Order of Merit of Duarte, Sanchez and Mella ribbon
MEX Orden del Aguila Azteca 2011 Collar BAR
Order of Isabella the Catholic - Sash of Collar
Order of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay (1984-1992) - ribbon bar
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References
- ↑ Mary Jordan (May 3, 2004). "Former Military Ruler's Son Wins Presidency in Panama". The Washington Post. (subscription needed). Archived from the original on April 14, 2016. Retrieved September 18, 2012.