Arnoldo Alemán Biography

Arnoldo Alemán was a lawyer, hailing from Nicaragua, who became the 81st President of his country at the age of 51. At a young age he showed a passion for politics and business, and served as a reputed member for organizations like the 'Asociación de Cafetaleros de Managua' and 'Unión de Productores Agropecuarios de Nicaragua'. Soon, he was appointed as the Mayor of his hometown Managua, in which capacity he brought about a lot of positive change. He took up the responsibility of renovating the city which had been in ruins since a massive earthquake had hit Managua. He also served as the President of the 'Liberal Alliance', and soon decided to run for President of the country. He won against the opposition leader Daniel Ortega, and succeeded Violeta Barrios de Chamorro as the President of Nicaragua. His term saw a lot of positive changes, including a whole new transport and communication system, which proved to be quite effective. He also sought to improve the country’s economic conditions by reducing inflation and encouraging foreign investment. However, after Arnoldo’s Vice-president Enrique Bolaños succeeded him, the tables were turned and the former President was slapped with corruption charges. Recently, after the end of Bolaños’ term, Alemán was acquitted of all charges