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Visente Foks KesadaPresident of the United Mexican States
Date of Birth: 02.07.1942
Country:  Mexico |
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Early Life and Education
Vincente Fox Quesada, the former president of the United Mexican States, was born on July 2, 1942, in Mexico City. He was the second of nine sons in his family. His father worked in agriculture, and as a child, Vincente spent his days on the San Cristobal ranch. He pursued a degree in management at the Ibero-American University in Mexico City, an institution run by Jesuits. After completing his studies, he joined the Coca-Cola company and rose through the ranks, becoming the youngest president in the company's history, overseeing operations in Mexico and Latin America. Later on, he returned to his ranch, where he engaged in agriculture and shoe production.
Political Career
Vincente Fox Quesada joined the National Action Party (PAN) and was elected as a federal deputy to the Congress in 1988. He was appointed as the Secretary of Agriculture in President Salinas' cabinet. In 1995, he was elected as the governor of the state where his ranch was located. During his tenure, he successfully reformed the state's economy, propelling it to fifth place among Mexican states in terms of economic indicators.
Presidency
In the landmark elections of 2000, Vincente Fox Quesada was elected as the president of Mexico, thus ending the 71-year rule of the Institutional Revolutionary Party. His presidency was marked by efforts to combat corruption, improve economic conditions, and strengthen diplomatic ties with the United States. Despite facing challenges and criticism throughout his term, his presidency is recognized for its historical significance in Mexico's political landscape.
Personal Life
Vincente Fox Quesada is divorced and has four children - two sons and two daughters.
