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José Florencio Guzmán
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Ambassador of Chile to Argentina
In office
1 July 1999 – 11 March 2000
Preceded by Edmundo Pérez Yoma
Succeeded by Jorge Arrate
Minister of National Defense
In office
1 August 1998 – 22 June 1999
President Eduardo Frei Ruiz-Tagle
Preceded by Raúl Troncoso
Succeeded by Edmundo Pérez Yoma
Superintendent of Banks and Financial Institutions of Chile
In office
11 March 1994 – 31 July 1998
President Eduardo Frei Ruiz-Tagle
Preceded by Himself
Succeeded by Ernesto Livacic Rojas
Superintendent of Banks and Financial Institutions of Chile
In office
11 March 1990 – 11 March 1994
President Patricio Aylwin
Preceded by Guillermo Ramírez Vilardell
Succeeded by Himself
Personal details
Born (1929-06-22)22 June 1929
Santiago, Chile
Died September 2017
Political party Christian Democratic Party (1967)
Social Christian Conservative Party
Spouse María Angélica González Soulat
Alma mater Pontifical Catholic University of Chile
Profession Lawyer
Politician

José Florencio Guzmán Correa (born June 22, 1929, in Santiago, Chile – died September 16, 2017) was an important Chilean lawyer and politician. He held several key roles in the Chilean government during his career. One of his most notable positions was serving as the Minister of National Defense from August 1, 1998, to June 22, 1999.

José Florencio Guzmán Correa: A Chilean Leader

José Florencio Guzmán Correa dedicated his life to public service in Chile. He was known for his work as a lawyer and for his many years in government. His career spanned several decades, during which he helped shape important policies for his country.

Early Life and Education

José Florencio Guzmán Correa was born in Santiago, Chile, on June 22, 1929. He pursued higher education at the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile. There, he studied law and became a lawyer. This education prepared him for a long and successful career in both legal and political fields.

A Career in Public Service

Guzmán Correa was a member of two political parties during his life. He joined the Christian Democratic Party in 1967. He was also part of the Social Christian Conservative Party. These parties helped him get involved in the government and serve the people of Chile.

Important Government Roles

Throughout his career, José Florencio Guzmán Correa held several high-ranking positions. These roles showed his dedication to public service and his ability to lead. He worked under different presidents, helping to manage important parts of the country's government.

Superintendent of Banks

One of his significant roles was serving as the Superintendent of Banks and Financial Institutions of Chile. He held this position for a long time, from March 11, 1990, to July 31, 1998. In this role, he was in charge of overseeing banks and financial companies in Chile. He made sure they followed the rules and kept the country's money system stable. He served under President Patricio Aylwin and later under President Eduardo Frei Ruiz-Tagle.

Minister of Defense

From August 1, 1998, to June 22, 1999, José Florencio Guzmán Correa was the Minister of National Defense. As Minister of Defense, he was responsible for the country's military and national security. This was a very important job, ensuring the safety and protection of Chile. He served in this role under President Eduardo Frei Ruiz-Tagle.

Ambassador to Argentina

After his time as Minister of Defense, Guzmán Correa took on another important role. He became the Ambassador of Chile to Argentina. He served as ambassador from July 1, 1999, to March 11, 2000. An ambassador represents their country in another nation, working to build good relationships and solve problems between the two countries.

Later Life

José Florencio Guzmán Correa passed away on September 16, 2017. He is remembered for his long and distinguished career in Chilean politics and public service. His work as a lawyer, a superintendent, a minister, and an ambassador left a lasting impact on his country.

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