Miguel de la Madrid

ModernPoliticianMexico1934 — ?

Mexican president who started neoliberal reforms.

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Quick Facts

Born

1934

Country

Mexico

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)38

Political (20%)72

Influence (20%)74

Legacy (20%)67

Leadership (15%)77

Strategy (15%)35

Total Score63.1

Miguel de la Madrid — Complete Timeline

1983 AD

Implementation of neoliberal economic reformsReform

President Miguel de la Madrid initiated structural adjustment policies, including trade liberalization, privatization of state enterprises, and fiscal austerity. These reforms, aligned with IMF conditions, aimed to reduce inflation and debt but led to social hardship and labor unrest.

NeoliberalismEconomic ReformPrivatization

Impact: national

1985 AD

1985 Mexico City earthquake responseOther◆ Major

A magnitude 8.0 earthquake struck Mexico City on September 19, 1985, killing thousands and destroying buildings. De la Madrid's government was criticized for a slow and inadequate response, leading to public anger and the rise of civil society organizations.

EarthquakeDisaster ResponseCriticism

Impact: nationaltragic

1986 AD

Admission to the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT)Political Action◆ Major

De la Madrid secured Mexico's entry into GATT, committing to reduce trade barriers and integrate into the global economy. This was a key step in abandoning protectionism and paved the way for NAFTA.

TradeGlobalizationGATT

Impact: globalconstructive