Manuel Antonio Noriega
Manuel Antonio Noriega was a Panamanian military officer and politician who served as the de facto ruler of Panama from 1983 until his overthrow by a U.S. invasion in 1989. Once a key ally of the United States, Noriega's regime became increasingly authoritarian and was marked by allegations of drug trafficking and human rights abuses. His eventual capture led to his trial and imprisonment in the United States and France for drug-related charges. Noriega's controversial legacy continues to influence Panamanian politics and U.S.-Panama relations.
Born on Feb 11, 1934 (91 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colombia | 4 | 4.00 | 0.16% | +20% | 50,882,884 | 98,206 | $350,000 | 676$ |
| Honduras | 2 | 3.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 9,904,608 | 9,895 | $25,000 | 25$ |
| Costa Rica | 2 | 5.00 | 0.10% | +10% | 5,094,118 | 5,355 | $62,000 | 65$ |
| Panama | 2 | 3.00 | 0.17% | +10% | 4,314,768 | 8,127 | $76,000 | 143$ |
| Guatemala | 1 | 3.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 17,915,568 | 10,362 | $82,000 | 47$ |
| Peru | 1 | 4.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 32,971,846 | 13,602 | $230,000 | 95$ |
| Uruguay | 1 | 4.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 3,473,730 | 1,602 | $54,000 | 25$ |
| Venezuela | 1 | 2.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 28,435,943 | 15,815 | $48,000 | 27$ |
| France | 1 | 4.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 32,900 | $2,700,000 | 1,361$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 6.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 5,492 | $700,000 | 444$ |
| Totals | 16 | 226,921,598 | 201,356 | $4,327,000 | 2,908$ |
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Costa Rica:
Manuel Antonio Noriega is mentioned as the former dictator of Panama who was captured by the United States in 1989.
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Switzerland:
Manuel Antonio Noriega was a dictator in Panama whose overthrow by U.S. military intervention in 1989 was welcomed by many Panamanians.
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France:
Manuel Antonio Noriega was the dictator of Panama who was overthrown by U.S. forces in 1989.
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Colombia:
Manuel Antonio Noriega was the general and dictator of Panama who granted asylum to Pablo Escobar.
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Panama:
Manuel Antonio Noriega was the de facto ruler of Panama who was involved in drug trafficking and was ultimately captured by the United States.
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Venezuela:
Manuel Antonio Noriega was convicted in the United States for drug trafficking.
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Costa Rica:
The United States invaded Panama in 1989 to capture dictator Manuel Antonio Noriega.
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Panama:
Manuel Antonio Noriega was a former Panamanian dictator whose trial included testimony from Carlos Lehder.
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Colombia:
His testimony against former Panamanian dictator Manuel Antonio Noriega saved him from a life sentence.
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Colombia:
Carlos Lehder testified against former Panamanian dictator Manuel Antonio Noriega, which contributed to a reduction in his sentence.
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