Fidel Ramos 1928 – 2022

Biography

Fidel Ramos was born on March 18, 1928, in Lingayen, Philippines. Over the course of his life, he would become one of the nation’s most significant leaders, serving as President of the Philippines from 1992 to 1998. His tenure during the 1990s marked an important chapter in Philippine history, a period of transition and development for the island nation during a transformative era.

Ramos’s six-year presidency represented a crucial time in the country’s political and economic landscape. He navigated complex challenges facing the Philippines while working to advance the nation’s progress and stability during his administration.

On July 31, 2022, Ramos passed away at Makati Medical Center in Metro Manila. He died from COVID-19, the illness that had affected millions worldwide during the global pandemic. His death marked the end of a remarkable life dedicated to public service and marked a significant moment in Philippine history, as the nation mourned the passing of a former chief executive who had shaped its recent past.