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 (76 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guatemala | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 17,915,568 | 15,674 | $82,000 | 72$ |
| Totals | 1 | 17,915,568 | 15,674 | $82,000 | 72$ |
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Recent Mentions
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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Guatemala:
During the administration of Álvaro Colom, a government agreement was approved to allocate funds to the AEAU.
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Guatemala:
Álvaro Colom was the president during the creation of the Mérida Initiative, a security cooperation program by the United States.
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Uruguay:
Álvaro Colom is a former president of Guatemala who faced investigations by the CICIG.
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Colombia:
Álvaro Colom was a former president of Guatemala captured for corruption.
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