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Enrique Peña Nieto

President of Mexico Enrique Peña Nieto

Profession: President of Mexico

Nationality:
Mexico
Mexican

Biography: Enrique Peña Nieto was a Mexican politician who served as the President of Mexico from 2012 to 2018, representing the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI). His term was marked by significant policy changes, encompassing reforms in sectors such as energy, education, telecommunications, and the financial system. Despite these ambitious efforts, his administration also faced criticism and controversy, particularly in areas such as human rights and corruption.

One of Peña Nieto's key achievements was the Pact for Mexico, a political agreement signed by the three main political parties to promote and enact structural reforms. The reforms aimed to increase Mexico's global competitiveness, improve education standards, and liberalize the energy sector, among other objectives. These changes were viewed as bold attempts to modernize Mexico's economy and governance.

Peña Nieto's tenure, however, was not without significant challenges. His handling of high-profile incidents, such as the disappearance of 43 students in Iguala, drew widespread criticism. Allegations of corruption and conflicts of interest also emerged during his presidency.

Born: July 20, 1966
Birthplace: Atlacomulco, State of Mexico, Mexico
Age: 57 years old

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Cancer

Historical Events

  • 2012-07-05 Enrique Pena Nieto of the Institutional Revolutionary Party is elected President of Mexico after a recount following irregularities
  • 2012-07-08 Tens of thousands protest over election corruption in Mexico City after Enrique Peña Nieto's win in the country's presidential election
  • 2012-12-01 Enrique Peña Nieto sworn in as President of Mexico
  • 2016-01-08 Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto announces the recapture of drug lord Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán, six months after he escaped prison
  • 2019-01-15 Witness in El Chapo trial claims former Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto accepted $100 million bribe from the drug cartel head

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