Biography of diosdado macapagal
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| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Diosdado Pangan Macapagal |
| Date of Birth | 28 September 1910 |
| Place of Birth | Lubao, Pampanga, Philippines |
| Date of Death | 21 April 1997 |
| Place of Death | Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence | Philippines |
| Education | University of the Philippines (Bachelor of Laws, Master of Laws, Doctorate in Economics); Georgetown University (Doctorate in Law) |
| Profession | Lawyer, Economist, Politician |
| Years of Activity | 1940s - 1990s |
| Brief Information | Diosdado Macapagal served as the ninth President of the Philippines from 1961 to 1965. He is known for his economic policies and for transferring the celebration of Philippine Independence Day from July 4 to June 12. He was also a lawyer and economist. |