Demetrio Basilio Lakas

Demetrio Basilio Lakas

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Demetrio Basilio Lakas was a Panamanian engineer and politician who served as the President of Panama from 1970 to 1978. His administration is noted for significant infrastructure projects, including the establishment of various educational institutions. Recently, his legacy has been scrutinized due to reports highlighting deteriorating conditions at the Colegio José Antonio Remón Cantera, a school established during his presidency, where students are currently facing critical sanitary issues.

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Demetrio Basilio Lakas was a key figure who influenced Omar Torrijos to participate in the coup.

11 de octubre de 1968: el golpe que cambió la historia de Panamá
La Prensa – leading Panamanian daily, est. 1980·PanamaPanama· 2025-10-11
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Demetrio Basilio Lakas was the president during the founding of Colegio José Antonio Remón Cantera in 1971.

En pleno centro de la ciudad: estudiantes pasan su jornada escolar sin poder ir al baño
La Prensa – leading Panamanian daily, est. 1980·PanamaPanama· 2025-04-17
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