Uruguay's Jose Mujica - 'the poorest president in the world'

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Uruguay with a population of 3.3.million people and GDP of USD 59 Billion isranked first in Latin America in democracy, peace, lack of corruption, quality of living and equally first in South America where it comes to press freedom, size of middle class, prosperity & security


Uruguay's Jose Mujica - 'the poorest president in the world'

The President of Uruguay Jose Mujica has been dubbed by international media as 'the poorest president in the world'.


In his latest official declaration of wealth, he says he owns just two vehicles, a small amount of property and his farmhouse. He donates 90% of his salary to charity.


Mujica became president of Uruguay after a landslide victory more than two years ago. After a half a term in power, he is now backing a bill to legalise the use of cannabis.

Watch the video about him

Uruguay's Jose Mujica, the poorest president in the world, BBC News - YouTube

Source: //www.bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-20334136
 
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