Carlos Salinas

Carlos Salinas de Gortari is a Mexican economist and politician who served as the President of Mexico from 1988 to 1994. He is known for implementing economic reforms that aimed to liberalize the Mexican economy, including privatizing state industries and promoting free trade. His presidency was also marked by efforts to modernize Mexico's infrastructure and institutions. However, his term was controversial due to allegations of corruption and electoral fraud. After leaving office, Salinas remained influential in Mexican politics and business, but his legacy is complex, reflecting both economic progress and political controversy.