1. Alejandro Giammattei is a former director of the Guatemalan penitentiary system and participated in Guatemala's presidential elections in 2007,2011, and 2015.
14 Facts About Alejandro Giammattei
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Alejandro Giammattei won in the 2019 election, and assumed office on 14 January 2020.
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Alejandro Giammattei gained recognition at both national and international level.
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Alejandro Giammattei has been a consultant to several companies since 2000.
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Alejandro Giammattei ceased to be director of the Penitentiary System in 2008.
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Alejandro Giammattei had several conflicts and accusations about the Pavorreal case, leading to his incarceration for a short time.
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Alejandro Giammattei has had three appearances in the general elections for President of Guatemala.
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Alejandro Giammattei became the presidential candidate for the Vamos party in the 2019 presidential elections.
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On 14 January 2020, Alejandro Giammattei assumed office as president of the Republic of Guatemala, succeeding Jimmy Morales.
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Alejandro Giammattei left the country shortly afterward to 'protect [his] life and integrity.
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On 2 April 2025, the British government barred Alejandro Giammattei from entering the United Kingdom and froze his assets, accusing him of "benefiting from corruption" during his mandate.
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Alejandro Giammattei married Rosana Caceres on 11 February 1989, and they have three children, including Marcela.
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Alejandro Giammattei cites Mahatma Gandhi as his most admired world figure.
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Alejandro Giammattei has multiple sclerosis and uses crutches in order to walk.