Martín Torrijos
President of Panama
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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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 |
References
change- ↑ Mary Jordan (May 3, 2004). "Former Military Ruler's Son Wins Presidency in Panama". The Washington Post. Archived from the original on April 14, 2016. Retrieved September 18, 2012 – via HighBeam Research.