Víctor Paz Estenssoro
Víctor Paz Estenssoro was a prominent Bolivian politician and economist, best known for serving as the President of Bolivia multiple times between 1952 and 1989. He played a significant role in the nationalization of the country’s tin mines, which transformed Bolivia's economy and social structure, significantly benefiting the working class and indigenous populations. His policies aimed at implementing social reforms and reducing inequality have left a lasting impact on Bolivia's political landscape. Paz Estenssoro was a key figure in the Bolivian Revolution and is often remembered for his commitment to populist ideals and his efforts to modernize the country during a tumultuous period in its history.
Born on Jun 02, 1907 (118 years old)
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Colombia:
Víctor Paz Estenssoro served as president of Bolivia three times and is the uncle of Rodrigo Paz Pereira.
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Guatemala:
Paz will be the third member of his family to reach the highest office in the nation, after his father and his uncle Víctor Paz Estenssoro.
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Venezuela:
Rodrigo Paz is also related to his great-uncle Víctor Paz Estenssoro, who was a four-time president.
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Liechtenstein:
Rodrigo Paz's great-uncle, Víctor Paz Estenssoro, was a four-time president of Bolivia.
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Paraguay:
Víctor Paz Estenssoro is the uncle of Rodrigo Paz and a former president of Bolivia.
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Argentina:
Víctor Paz Estenssoro is Rodrigo Paz's great-uncle and a four-time president of Bolivia.
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Brazil:
Rodrigo Paz is the third member of his family to reach the presidency, following his uncle Víctor Paz Estenssoro.
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Venezuela:
Victor Paz Estenssoro was the president of Bolivia who was overthrown with CIA support.
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Bolivia:
Víctor Paz Estenssoro had the vision to form work teams during the implementation of the DS 21060.
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Bolivia:
Victor Paz Estenssoro promulgated the Supreme Decree 21060 aimed at controlling hyperinflation and stabilizing the economy.
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