Carlos Morales Troncoso
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Carlos Morales Troncoso is a Dominican politician
who currently serves as Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic
since 2004.
Manuel de Jesús Troncoso de la Concha, his grandfather, was a successful figure in the national public arena, occupying important posts among the Judicial and Legislative Department, ministries and eventually the vice-presidency of the nation. His uncle, Jesús María Troncoso Sánchez, was an expert in the development of the local sugar industry and one of the founders of the Central Bank of the Dominican Republic, where he served as governor for over a decade.
Carlos Morales Troncoso was born in September 1940. He studied in Puerto Rico until his family moved to New Orleans, where his father, Avelino Eduardo Morales, was named General Consul, and where Carlos had the opportunity to continue his studies. His father and Mrs. Gracita Troncoso de Morales, his mother, always promoted awareness and interest towards their country, building strong bonds.
His skills, responsibility and undeniable dedication to work were the main factors that characterized his career path. His vast labor experience encompassing the agriculture sector, duty free zone development, tourism, labor negotiations and international trade, provided him with a broad, pragmatic vision for the country, the Dominicans and their future.
Carlos Morales Troncoso’s success in the private sector greatly benefited his role in politics, which started when President Joaquin Balaguer invited Carlos to join him on the PRSC ballot for the 1986 elections. The experience of two consecutive constitutional periods, spanning 1986-1990 and 1990-1994, enabled him to obtain the expertise in logistics and the rules of politics. His outstanding performance in all the governmental positions to which he has been assigned, such as State Sugar Council Director, Dominican Republic Ambassador to the United States of America, and State Minister of Foreign Affairs demonstrated his dedication, expertise and commitment in all areas.
As Minister of Foreign Affairs, he has been a decisive governmental figure in representing the Dominican country, culture and people. He has demonstrated his excellent human qualities at all levels, showing pride of his origins and history.
and sugar engineering from Louisiana State University
and in 1982 was also awarded a doctor honoris causa in humanities by Chicago State University
. His career in the sugar industry led him to form the State Sugar Council for the Dominican Republic, over which he presided in the past as president.
of the Dominican Republic in 1986 after winning his candidacy with Joaquín Balaguer
who became president
and continued in this role until 1994. In addition to his tenure as Constitutional Vice President of the Republic, he also held the position of Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador
of the Dominican Republic to the United States of America in Washington, D. C. for the 1989-1990 period. From 1994 until 1996, Troncoso was the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic, regaining this title in 2004, where he currently serves.
He and the members of the Presidential Reformist Counsel returned to the Social Christian Reformist Party
on 12 December 2008.
Morales has received decorations from the governments of the Republic of Taiwan, Italy, and Costa Rica
He was decorated with:
Furthermore he has received the follow awards:
Carlos Morales Troncoso (born 29 September 1940) is a Dominican politician
who currently serves as Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic
since 2004.
Manuel de Jesús Troncoso de la Concha, his grandfather, was a successful figure in the national public arena, occupying important posts among the Judicial and Legislative Department, ministries and eventually the vice-presidency of the nation. His uncle, Jesús María Troncoso Sánchez, was an expert in the development of the local sugar industry and one of the founders of the Central Bank of the Dominican Republic, where he served as governor for over a decade.
Carlos Morales Troncoso was born in September 1940. He studied in Puerto Rico until his family moved to New Orleans, where his father, Avelino Eduardo Morales, was named General Consul, and where Carlos had the opportunity to continue his studies. His father and Mrs. Gracita Troncoso de Morales, his mother, always promoted awareness and interest towards their country, building strong bonds.
His skills, responsibility and undeniable dedication to work were the main factors that characterized his career path. His vast labor experience encompassing the agriculture sector, duty free zone development, tourism, labor negotiations and international trade, provided him with a broad, pragmatic vision for the country, the Dominicans and their future.
Carlos Morales Troncoso’s success in the private sector greatly benefited his role in politics, which started when President Joaquin Balaguer invited Carlos to join him on the PRSC ballot for the 1986 elections. The experience of two consecutive constitutional periods, spanning 1986-1990 and 1990-1994, enabled him to obtain the expertise in logistics and the rules of politics. His outstanding performance in all the governmental positions to which he has been assigned, such as State Sugar Council Director, Dominican Republic Ambassador to the United States of America, and State Minister of Foreign Affairs demonstrated his dedication, expertise and commitment in all areas.
As Minister of Foreign Affairs, he has been a decisive governmental figure in representing the Dominican country, culture and people. He has demonstrated his excellent human qualities at all levels, showing pride of his origins and history.
and sugar engineering from Louisiana State University
and in 1982 was also awarded a doctor honoris causa in humanities by Chicago State University
. His career in the sugar industry led him to form the State Sugar Council for the Dominican Republic, over which he presided in the past as president.
of the Dominican Republic in 1986 after winning his candidacy with Joaquín Balaguer
who became president
and continued in this role until 1994. In addition to his tenure as Constitutional Vice President of the Republic, he also held the position of Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador
of the Dominican Republic to the United States of America in Washington, D. C. for the 1989-1990 period. From 1994 until 1996, Troncoso was the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic, regaining this title in 2004, where he currently serves.
He and the members of the Presidential Reformist Counsel returned to the Social Christian Reformist Party
on 12 December 2008.
Morales has received decorations from the governments of the Republic of Taiwan, Italy, and Costa Rica
He was decorated with:
Furthermore he has received the follow awards:
Carlos Morales Troncoso (born 29 September 1940) is a Dominican politician
who currently serves as Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic
since 2004.
Manuel de Jesús Troncoso de la Concha, his grandfather, was a successful figure in the national public arena, occupying important posts among the Judicial and Legislative Department, ministries and eventually the vice-presidency of the nation. His uncle, Jesús María Troncoso Sánchez, was an expert in the development of the local sugar industry and one of the founders of the Central Bank of the Dominican Republic, where he served as governor for over a decade.
Carlos Morales Troncoso was born in September 1940. He studied in Puerto Rico until his family moved to New Orleans, where his father, Avelino Eduardo Morales, was named General Consul, and where Carlos had the opportunity to continue his studies. His father and Mrs. Gracita Troncoso de Morales, his mother, always promoted awareness and interest towards their country, building strong bonds.
His skills, responsibility and undeniable dedication to work were the main factors that characterized his career path. His vast labor experience encompassing the agriculture sector, duty free zone development, tourism, labor negotiations and international trade, provided him with a broad, pragmatic vision for the country, the Dominicans and their future.
Carlos Morales Troncoso’s success in the private sector greatly benefited his role in politics, which started when President Joaquin Balaguer invited Carlos to join him on the PRSC ballot for the 1986 elections. The experience of two consecutive constitutional periods, spanning 1986-1990 and 1990-1994, enabled him to obtain the expertise in logistics and the rules of politics. His outstanding performance in all the governmental positions to which he has been assigned, such as State Sugar Council Director, Dominican Republic Ambassador to the United States of America, and State Minister of Foreign Affairs demonstrated his dedication, expertise and commitment in all areas.
As Minister of Foreign Affairs, he has been a decisive governmental figure in representing the Dominican country, culture and people. He has demonstrated his excellent human qualities at all levels, showing pride of his origins and history.
and sugar engineering from Louisiana State University
and in 1982 was also awarded a doctor honoris causa in humanities by Chicago State University
. His career in the sugar industry led him to form the State Sugar Council for the Dominican Republic, over which he presided in the past as president.
of the Dominican Republic in 1986 after winning his candidacy with Joaquín Balaguer
who became president
and continued in this role until 1994. In addition to his tenure as Constitutional Vice President of the Republic, he also held the position of Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador
of the Dominican Republic to the United States of America in Washington, D. C. for the 1989-1990 period. From 1994 until 1996, Troncoso was the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic, regaining this title in 2004, where he currently serves.
He and the members of the Presidential Reformist Counsel returned to the Social Christian Reformist Party
on 12 December 2008.
Morales has received decorations from the governments of the Republic of Taiwan, Italy, and Costa Rica
He was decorated with:
Furthermore he has received the follow awards:
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Politics of the Dominican Republic
Government of the Dominican Republic takes place in a framework of a representative democracy, whereby the President of the Dominican Republic is both head of state and head of government, and of a multi-party system. Executive power is exercised by the government. Legislative power is vested in...
who currently serves as Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic
Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic is a nation on the island of La Hispaniola, part of the Greater Antilles archipelago in the Caribbean region. The western third of the island is occupied by the nation of Haiti, making Hispaniola one of two Caribbean islands that are shared by two countries...
since 2004.
Family background
Carlos Morales grew up surrounded by a family environment in which politics was considered a form of public service and an object of great passion. This influence marked his personality at an early stage of his life, forming a solid social conscience and a strong political vocation.Manuel de Jesús Troncoso de la Concha, his grandfather, was a successful figure in the national public arena, occupying important posts among the Judicial and Legislative Department, ministries and eventually the vice-presidency of the nation. His uncle, Jesús María Troncoso Sánchez, was an expert in the development of the local sugar industry and one of the founders of the Central Bank of the Dominican Republic, where he served as governor for over a decade.
Carlos Morales Troncoso was born in September 1940. He studied in Puerto Rico until his family moved to New Orleans, where his father, Avelino Eduardo Morales, was named General Consul, and where Carlos had the opportunity to continue his studies. His father and Mrs. Gracita Troncoso de Morales, his mother, always promoted awareness and interest towards their country, building strong bonds.
Career
Carlos Morales Troncoso received his Bachelor Degree in Sugar Chemical Engineering at Louisiana State University. He had expertise in the sugar industry, which continued to grow while working at the Central Romana, owned by the South Puerto Rico Sugar Corporation at that time. His successful business management and professional development in this area allowed him to eventually become the chief executive of the company, owned then by Gulf and Western Americas Corporation, at the age of 34.His skills, responsibility and undeniable dedication to work were the main factors that characterized his career path. His vast labor experience encompassing the agriculture sector, duty free zone development, tourism, labor negotiations and international trade, provided him with a broad, pragmatic vision for the country, the Dominicans and their future.
Carlos Morales Troncoso’s success in the private sector greatly benefited his role in politics, which started when President Joaquin Balaguer invited Carlos to join him on the PRSC ballot for the 1986 elections. The experience of two consecutive constitutional periods, spanning 1986-1990 and 1990-1994, enabled him to obtain the expertise in logistics and the rules of politics. His outstanding performance in all the governmental positions to which he has been assigned, such as State Sugar Council Director, Dominican Republic Ambassador to the United States of America, and State Minister of Foreign Affairs demonstrated his dedication, expertise and commitment in all areas.
As Minister of Foreign Affairs, he has been a decisive governmental figure in representing the Dominican country, culture and people. He has demonstrated his excellent human qualities at all levels, showing pride of his origins and history.
Personal life
He is married to Luisa Alba de Morales with whom he has 4 daughters and 11 grandchildren. His daughters are Ivette Baittiner, Nicole Bogaert, Cecile Bitienes and Michelle Morales. He earned degrees in two disciplines; chemical engineeringChemical engineering
Chemical engineering is the branch of engineering that deals with physical science , and life sciences with mathematics and economics, to the process of converting raw materials or chemicals into more useful or valuable forms...
and sugar engineering from Louisiana State University
Louisiana State University
Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College, most often referred to as Louisiana State University, or LSU, is a public coeducational university located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The University was founded in 1853 in what is now known as Pineville, Louisiana, under the name...
and in 1982 was also awarded a doctor honoris causa in humanities by Chicago State University
Chicago State University
Chicago State University is a state university of the U.S. state of Illinois, located in Chicago.-History:Cook County Normal School was founded in 1867, largely through the initiative of John F. Eberhart, the Commissioner of Schools for Cook County...
. His career in the sugar industry led him to form the State Sugar Council for the Dominican Republic, over which he presided in the past as president.
Political career
Troncoso was a member and leader of the Presidential Reformist Counsel until its dissolution on 12 December 2008. He was a member of the monetary board of the Dominican Republic prior to becoming vice presidentVice president
A vice president is an officer in government or business who is below a president in rank. The name comes from the Latin vice meaning 'in place of'. In some countries, the vice president is called the deputy president...
of the Dominican Republic in 1986 after winning his candidacy with Joaquín Balaguer
Joaquín Balaguer
Joaquín Antonio Balaguer Ricardo was the President of the Dominican Republic from 1960 to 1962, from 1966 to 1978, and again from 1986 to 1996.-Early life and introduction to politics:...
who became president
President
A president is a leader of an organization, company, trade union, university, or country.Etymologically, a president is one who presides, who sits in leadership...
and continued in this role until 1994. In addition to his tenure as Constitutional Vice President of the Republic, he also held the position of Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador
Ambassador
An ambassador is the highest ranking diplomat who represents a nation and is usually accredited to a foreign sovereign or government, or to an international organization....
of the Dominican Republic to the United States of America in Washington, D. C. for the 1989-1990 period. From 1994 until 1996, Troncoso was the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic, regaining this title in 2004, where he currently serves.
He and the members of the Presidential Reformist Counsel returned to the Social Christian Reformist Party
Social Christian Reformist Party
The Social Christian Reformist Party is a conservative, christian democratic, economic liberal and a populist party in the Dominican Republic formed by the union of the Partido Reformista and the Partido Revolucionario Social Cristiano...
on 12 December 2008.
Awards
Troncoso has won acclaim at home and abroad.- In 1982, he was named "Businessman of the year" by Asociación Interamericana de Hombres de Empresa, Inc.
- In 1982 he was named "man of the year" by the Dominican Chamber of Commerce of New York .
- He was named most distinguished graduate of the year in 1992 by Louisiana State University.
- In his home country, Troncoso has received Duarte, Sánchez and MellaOrder of Merit of Duarte, Sanchez and MellaThe Order of Merit of Duarte, Sanchez and Mella is the principal order of the Dominican Republic. It was established on 24 February 1931 as the Juan Pablo Duarte Order of Merit and renamed on 9 September 1954...
and the Christopher Columbus Heraldry AwardOrder of Christopher ColumbusThe Order of Christopher Columbus is an order of the Dominican Republic. It was established on 21 July 1937. The Head of State confer the order, by advice of the council of the order, both to civilians and military personnel to recognize services....
.
Morales has received decorations from the governments of the Republic of Taiwan, Italy, and Costa Rica
He was decorated with:
- At Spain the Sovereign Order of Malta and the San Carlos Order.
- At Peru the Order of the Great Cross
- At Panama with the Vasco Núñez de Balboa Order
- At Honduras the José Cecilio del Valle Order
- At Chile the Order of Excellence
Furthermore he has received the follow awards:
- Doctor Honoris Causa - Technological University of Santiago (UTESA) (1979)
- Distinguished Graduate in the Business World Louisiana State UniversityLouisiana State UniversityLouisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College, most often referred to as Louisiana State University, or LSU, is a public coeducational university located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The University was founded in 1853 in what is now known as Pineville, Louisiana, under the name...
(1981) - Free Enterprise Award – Best Cluster Company Gulf & Western Industries, Inc. (1982)
- Businessman of the Year Asociación Interamericana de Hombres de Empresa, Inc. (1982)
- Man of the YearMan of the YearA Man of the Year award usually refers to a person nominated as the most influential or meritous in a business, organisation, a specific form of human endeavour, or amongst humanity at large...
Dominican Chamber of Commerce of New York (1984) - Doctor Honoris Causa of Humanities Chicago State UniversityChicago State UniversityChicago State University is a state university of the U.S. state of Illinois, located in Chicago.-History:Cook County Normal School was founded in 1867, largely through the initiative of John F. Eberhart, the Commissioner of Schools for Cook County...
(1987) - Julián Barceló Award as Sports Promoter Asociación de Cronistas Deportivos & Barceló & Cia. (1989)
- Most Distinguished Graduate of the Year Louisiana State UniversityLouisiana State UniversityLouisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College, most often referred to as Louisiana State University, or LSU, is a public coeducational university located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The University was founded in 1853 in what is now known as Pineville, Louisiana, under the name...
(1992)
Books
Troncoso has authored books during his political career which include "De lo Privado a lo Público" which focuses on his work in both the public and private sectors.See also
- Dominican RepublicDominican RepublicThe Dominican Republic is a nation on the island of La Hispaniola, part of the Greater Antilles archipelago in the Caribbean region. The western third of the island is occupied by the nation of Haiti, making Hispaniola one of two Caribbean islands that are shared by two countries...
- Politics of the Dominican RepublicPolitics of the Dominican RepublicGovernment of the Dominican Republic takes place in a framework of a representative democracy, whereby the President of the Dominican Republic is both head of state and head of government, and of a multi-party system. Executive power is exercised by the government. Legislative power is vested in...
- Foreign ministerForeign ministerA Minister of Foreign Affairs, or foreign minister, is a cabinet minister who helps form the foreign policy of a sovereign state. The foreign minister is often regarded as the most senior ministerial position below that of the head of government . It is often granted to the deputy prime minister in...
Carlos Morales Troncoso (born 29 September 1940) is a Dominican politician
Politics of the Dominican Republic
Government of the Dominican Republic takes place in a framework of a representative democracy, whereby the President of the Dominican Republic is both head of state and head of government, and of a multi-party system. Executive power is exercised by the government. Legislative power is vested in...
who currently serves as Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic
Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic is a nation on the island of La Hispaniola, part of the Greater Antilles archipelago in the Caribbean region. The western third of the island is occupied by the nation of Haiti, making Hispaniola one of two Caribbean islands that are shared by two countries...
since 2004.
Family background
Carlos Morales grew up surrounded by a family environment in which politics was considered a form of public service and an object of great passion. This influence marked his personality at an early stage of his life, forming a solid social conscience and a strong political vocation.Manuel de Jesús Troncoso de la Concha, his grandfather, was a successful figure in the national public arena, occupying important posts among the Judicial and Legislative Department, ministries and eventually the vice-presidency of the nation. His uncle, Jesús María Troncoso Sánchez, was an expert in the development of the local sugar industry and one of the founders of the Central Bank of the Dominican Republic, where he served as governor for over a decade.
Carlos Morales Troncoso was born in September 1940. He studied in Puerto Rico until his family moved to New Orleans, where his father, Avelino Eduardo Morales, was named General Consul, and where Carlos had the opportunity to continue his studies. His father and Mrs. Gracita Troncoso de Morales, his mother, always promoted awareness and interest towards their country, building strong bonds.
Career
Carlos Morales Troncoso received his Bachelor Degree in Sugar Chemical Engineering at Louisiana State University. He had expertise in the sugar industry, which continued to grow while working at the Central Romana, owned by the South Puerto Rico Sugar Corporation at that time. His successful business management and professional development in this area allowed him to eventually become the chief executive of the company, owned then by Gulf and Western Americas Corporation, at the age of 34.His skills, responsibility and undeniable dedication to work were the main factors that characterized his career path. His vast labor experience encompassing the agriculture sector, duty free zone development, tourism, labor negotiations and international trade, provided him with a broad, pragmatic vision for the country, the Dominicans and their future.
Carlos Morales Troncoso’s success in the private sector greatly benefited his role in politics, which started when President Joaquin Balaguer invited Carlos to join him on the PRSC ballot for the 1986 elections. The experience of two consecutive constitutional periods, spanning 1986-1990 and 1990-1994, enabled him to obtain the expertise in logistics and the rules of politics. His outstanding performance in all the governmental positions to which he has been assigned, such as State Sugar Council Director, Dominican Republic Ambassador to the United States of America, and State Minister of Foreign Affairs demonstrated his dedication, expertise and commitment in all areas.
As Minister of Foreign Affairs, he has been a decisive governmental figure in representing the Dominican country, culture and people. He has demonstrated his excellent human qualities at all levels, showing pride of his origins and history.
Personal life
He is married to Luisa Alba de Morales with whom he has 4 daughters and 11 grandchildren. His daughters are Ivette Baittiner, Nicole Bogaert, Cecile Bitienes and Michelle Morales. He earned degrees in two disciplines; chemical engineeringChemical engineering
Chemical engineering is the branch of engineering that deals with physical science , and life sciences with mathematics and economics, to the process of converting raw materials or chemicals into more useful or valuable forms...
and sugar engineering from Louisiana State University
Louisiana State University
Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College, most often referred to as Louisiana State University, or LSU, is a public coeducational university located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The University was founded in 1853 in what is now known as Pineville, Louisiana, under the name...
and in 1982 was also awarded a doctor honoris causa in humanities by Chicago State University
Chicago State University
Chicago State University is a state university of the U.S. state of Illinois, located in Chicago.-History:Cook County Normal School was founded in 1867, largely through the initiative of John F. Eberhart, the Commissioner of Schools for Cook County...
. His career in the sugar industry led him to form the State Sugar Council for the Dominican Republic, over which he presided in the past as president.
Political career
Troncoso was a member and leader of the Presidential Reformist Counsel until its dissolution on 12 December 2008. He was a member of the monetary board of the Dominican Republic prior to becoming vice presidentVice president
A vice president is an officer in government or business who is below a president in rank. The name comes from the Latin vice meaning 'in place of'. In some countries, the vice president is called the deputy president...
of the Dominican Republic in 1986 after winning his candidacy with Joaquín Balaguer
Joaquín Balaguer
Joaquín Antonio Balaguer Ricardo was the President of the Dominican Republic from 1960 to 1962, from 1966 to 1978, and again from 1986 to 1996.-Early life and introduction to politics:...
who became president
President
A president is a leader of an organization, company, trade union, university, or country.Etymologically, a president is one who presides, who sits in leadership...
and continued in this role until 1994. In addition to his tenure as Constitutional Vice President of the Republic, he also held the position of Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador
Ambassador
An ambassador is the highest ranking diplomat who represents a nation and is usually accredited to a foreign sovereign or government, or to an international organization....
of the Dominican Republic to the United States of America in Washington, D. C. for the 1989-1990 period. From 1994 until 1996, Troncoso was the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic, regaining this title in 2004, where he currently serves.
He and the members of the Presidential Reformist Counsel returned to the Social Christian Reformist Party
Social Christian Reformist Party
The Social Christian Reformist Party is a conservative, christian democratic, economic liberal and a populist party in the Dominican Republic formed by the union of the Partido Reformista and the Partido Revolucionario Social Cristiano...
on 12 December 2008.
Awards
Troncoso has won acclaim at home and abroad.- In 1982, he was named "Businessman of the year" by Asociación Interamericana de Hombres de Empresa, Inc.
- In 1982 he was named "man of the year" by the Dominican Chamber of Commerce of New York .
- He was named most distinguished graduate of the year in 1992 by Louisiana State University.
- In his home country, Troncoso has received Duarte, Sánchez and MellaOrder of Merit of Duarte, Sanchez and MellaThe Order of Merit of Duarte, Sanchez and Mella is the principal order of the Dominican Republic. It was established on 24 February 1931 as the Juan Pablo Duarte Order of Merit and renamed on 9 September 1954...
and the Christopher Columbus Heraldry AwardOrder of Christopher ColumbusThe Order of Christopher Columbus is an order of the Dominican Republic. It was established on 21 July 1937. The Head of State confer the order, by advice of the council of the order, both to civilians and military personnel to recognize services....
.
Morales has received decorations from the governments of the Republic of Taiwan, Italy, and Costa Rica
He was decorated with:
- At Spain the Sovereign Order of Malta and the San Carlos Order.
- At Peru the Order of the Great Cross
- At Panama with the Vasco Núñez de Balboa Order
- At Honduras the José Cecilio del Valle Order
- At Chile the Order of Excellence
Furthermore he has received the follow awards:
- Doctor Honoris Causa - Technological University of Santiago (UTESA) (1979)
- Distinguished Graduate in the Business World Louisiana State UniversityLouisiana State UniversityLouisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College, most often referred to as Louisiana State University, or LSU, is a public coeducational university located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The University was founded in 1853 in what is now known as Pineville, Louisiana, under the name...
(1981) - Free Enterprise Award – Best Cluster Company Gulf & Western Industries, Inc. (1982)
- Businessman of the Year Asociación Interamericana de Hombres de Empresa, Inc. (1982)
- Man of the YearMan of the YearA Man of the Year award usually refers to a person nominated as the most influential or meritous in a business, organisation, a specific form of human endeavour, or amongst humanity at large...
Dominican Chamber of Commerce of New York (1984) - Doctor Honoris Causa of Humanities Chicago State UniversityChicago State UniversityChicago State University is a state university of the U.S. state of Illinois, located in Chicago.-History:Cook County Normal School was founded in 1867, largely through the initiative of John F. Eberhart, the Commissioner of Schools for Cook County...
(1987) - Julián Barceló Award as Sports Promoter Asociación de Cronistas Deportivos & Barceló & Cia. (1989)
- Most Distinguished Graduate of the Year Louisiana State UniversityLouisiana State UniversityLouisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College, most often referred to as Louisiana State University, or LSU, is a public coeducational university located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The University was founded in 1853 in what is now known as Pineville, Louisiana, under the name...
(1992)
Books
Troncoso has authored books during his political career which include "De lo Privado a lo Público" which focuses on his work in both the public and private sectors.See also
- Dominican RepublicDominican RepublicThe Dominican Republic is a nation on the island of La Hispaniola, part of the Greater Antilles archipelago in the Caribbean region. The western third of the island is occupied by the nation of Haiti, making Hispaniola one of two Caribbean islands that are shared by two countries...
- Politics of the Dominican RepublicPolitics of the Dominican RepublicGovernment of the Dominican Republic takes place in a framework of a representative democracy, whereby the President of the Dominican Republic is both head of state and head of government, and of a multi-party system. Executive power is exercised by the government. Legislative power is vested in...
- Foreign ministerForeign ministerA Minister of Foreign Affairs, or foreign minister, is a cabinet minister who helps form the foreign policy of a sovereign state. The foreign minister is often regarded as the most senior ministerial position below that of the head of government . It is often granted to the deputy prime minister in...
Carlos Morales Troncoso (born 29 September 1940) is a Dominican politician
Politics of the Dominican Republic
Government of the Dominican Republic takes place in a framework of a representative democracy, whereby the President of the Dominican Republic is both head of state and head of government, and of a multi-party system. Executive power is exercised by the government. Legislative power is vested in...
who currently serves as Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic
Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic is a nation on the island of La Hispaniola, part of the Greater Antilles archipelago in the Caribbean region. The western third of the island is occupied by the nation of Haiti, making Hispaniola one of two Caribbean islands that are shared by two countries...
since 2004.
Family background
Carlos Morales grew up surrounded by a family environment in which politics was considered a form of public service and an object of great passion. This influence marked his personality at an early stage of his life, forming a solid social conscience and a strong political vocation.Manuel de Jesús Troncoso de la Concha, his grandfather, was a successful figure in the national public arena, occupying important posts among the Judicial and Legislative Department, ministries and eventually the vice-presidency of the nation. His uncle, Jesús María Troncoso Sánchez, was an expert in the development of the local sugar industry and one of the founders of the Central Bank of the Dominican Republic, where he served as governor for over a decade.
Carlos Morales Troncoso was born in September 1940. He studied in Puerto Rico until his family moved to New Orleans, where his father, Avelino Eduardo Morales, was named General Consul, and where Carlos had the opportunity to continue his studies. His father and Mrs. Gracita Troncoso de Morales, his mother, always promoted awareness and interest towards their country, building strong bonds.
Career
Carlos Morales Troncoso received his Bachelor Degree in Sugar Chemical Engineering at Louisiana State University. He had expertise in the sugar industry, which continued to grow while working at the Central Romana, owned by the South Puerto Rico Sugar Corporation at that time. His successful business management and professional development in this area allowed him to eventually become the chief executive of the company, owned then by Gulf and Western Americas Corporation, at the age of 34.His skills, responsibility and undeniable dedication to work were the main factors that characterized his career path. His vast labor experience encompassing the agriculture sector, duty free zone development, tourism, labor negotiations and international trade, provided him with a broad, pragmatic vision for the country, the Dominicans and their future.
Carlos Morales Troncoso’s success in the private sector greatly benefited his role in politics, which started when President Joaquin Balaguer invited Carlos to join him on the PRSC ballot for the 1986 elections. The experience of two consecutive constitutional periods, spanning 1986-1990 and 1990-1994, enabled him to obtain the expertise in logistics and the rules of politics. His outstanding performance in all the governmental positions to which he has been assigned, such as State Sugar Council Director, Dominican Republic Ambassador to the United States of America, and State Minister of Foreign Affairs demonstrated his dedication, expertise and commitment in all areas.
As Minister of Foreign Affairs, he has been a decisive governmental figure in representing the Dominican country, culture and people. He has demonstrated his excellent human qualities at all levels, showing pride of his origins and history.
Personal life
He is married to Luisa Alba de Morales with whom he has 4 daughters and 11 grandchildren. His daughters are Ivette Baittiner, Nicole Bogaert, Cecile Bitienes and Michelle Morales. He earned degrees in two disciplines; chemical engineeringChemical engineering
Chemical engineering is the branch of engineering that deals with physical science , and life sciences with mathematics and economics, to the process of converting raw materials or chemicals into more useful or valuable forms...
and sugar engineering from Louisiana State University
Louisiana State University
Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College, most often referred to as Louisiana State University, or LSU, is a public coeducational university located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The University was founded in 1853 in what is now known as Pineville, Louisiana, under the name...
and in 1982 was also awarded a doctor honoris causa in humanities by Chicago State University
Chicago State University
Chicago State University is a state university of the U.S. state of Illinois, located in Chicago.-History:Cook County Normal School was founded in 1867, largely through the initiative of John F. Eberhart, the Commissioner of Schools for Cook County...
. His career in the sugar industry led him to form the State Sugar Council for the Dominican Republic, over which he presided in the past as president.
Political career
Troncoso was a member and leader of the Presidential Reformist Counsel until its dissolution on 12 December 2008. He was a member of the monetary board of the Dominican Republic prior to becoming vice presidentVice president
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of the Dominican Republic in 1986 after winning his candidacy with Joaquín Balaguer
Joaquín Balaguer
Joaquín Antonio Balaguer Ricardo was the President of the Dominican Republic from 1960 to 1962, from 1966 to 1978, and again from 1986 to 1996.-Early life and introduction to politics:...
who became president
President
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and continued in this role until 1994. In addition to his tenure as Constitutional Vice President of the Republic, he also held the position of Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador
Ambassador
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of the Dominican Republic to the United States of America in Washington, D. C. for the 1989-1990 period. From 1994 until 1996, Troncoso was the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic, regaining this title in 2004, where he currently serves.
He and the members of the Presidential Reformist Counsel returned to the Social Christian Reformist Party
Social Christian Reformist Party
The Social Christian Reformist Party is a conservative, christian democratic, economic liberal and a populist party in the Dominican Republic formed by the union of the Partido Reformista and the Partido Revolucionario Social Cristiano...
on 12 December 2008.
Awards
Troncoso has won acclaim at home and abroad.- In 1982, he was named "Businessman of the year" by Asociación Interamericana de Hombres de Empresa, Inc.
- In 1982 he was named "man of the year" by the Dominican Chamber of Commerce of New York .
- He was named most distinguished graduate of the year in 1992 by Louisiana State University.
- In his home country, Troncoso has received Duarte, Sánchez and MellaOrder of Merit of Duarte, Sanchez and MellaThe Order of Merit of Duarte, Sanchez and Mella is the principal order of the Dominican Republic. It was established on 24 February 1931 as the Juan Pablo Duarte Order of Merit and renamed on 9 September 1954...
and the Christopher Columbus Heraldry AwardOrder of Christopher ColumbusThe Order of Christopher Columbus is an order of the Dominican Republic. It was established on 21 July 1937. The Head of State confer the order, by advice of the council of the order, both to civilians and military personnel to recognize services....
.
Morales has received decorations from the governments of the Republic of Taiwan, Italy, and Costa Rica
He was decorated with:
- At Spain the Sovereign Order of Malta and the San Carlos Order.
- At Peru the Order of the Great Cross
- At Panama with the Vasco Núñez de Balboa Order
- At Honduras the José Cecilio del Valle Order
- At Chile the Order of Excellence
Furthermore he has received the follow awards:
- Doctor Honoris Causa - Technological University of Santiago (UTESA) (1979)
- Distinguished Graduate in the Business World Louisiana State UniversityLouisiana State UniversityLouisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College, most often referred to as Louisiana State University, or LSU, is a public coeducational university located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The University was founded in 1853 in what is now known as Pineville, Louisiana, under the name...
(1981) - Free Enterprise Award – Best Cluster Company Gulf & Western Industries, Inc. (1982)
- Businessman of the Year Asociación Interamericana de Hombres de Empresa, Inc. (1982)
- Man of the YearMan of the YearA Man of the Year award usually refers to a person nominated as the most influential or meritous in a business, organisation, a specific form of human endeavour, or amongst humanity at large...
Dominican Chamber of Commerce of New York (1984) - Doctor Honoris Causa of Humanities Chicago State UniversityChicago State UniversityChicago State University is a state university of the U.S. state of Illinois, located in Chicago.-History:Cook County Normal School was founded in 1867, largely through the initiative of John F. Eberhart, the Commissioner of Schools for Cook County...
(1987) - Julián Barceló Award as Sports Promoter Asociación de Cronistas Deportivos & Barceló & Cia. (1989)
- Most Distinguished Graduate of the Year Louisiana State UniversityLouisiana State UniversityLouisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College, most often referred to as Louisiana State University, or LSU, is a public coeducational university located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The University was founded in 1853 in what is now known as Pineville, Louisiana, under the name...
(1992)
Books
Troncoso has authored books during his political career which include "De lo Privado a lo Público" which focuses on his work in both the public and private sectors.See also
- Dominican RepublicDominican RepublicThe Dominican Republic is a nation on the island of La Hispaniola, part of the Greater Antilles archipelago in the Caribbean region. The western third of the island is occupied by the nation of Haiti, making Hispaniola one of two Caribbean islands that are shared by two countries...
- Politics of the Dominican RepublicPolitics of the Dominican RepublicGovernment of the Dominican Republic takes place in a framework of a representative democracy, whereby the President of the Dominican Republic is both head of state and head of government, and of a multi-party system. Executive power is exercised by the government. Legislative power is vested in...
- Foreign ministerForeign ministerA Minister of Foreign Affairs, or foreign minister, is a cabinet minister who helps form the foreign policy of a sovereign state. The foreign minister is often regarded as the most senior ministerial position below that of the head of government . It is often granted to the deputy prime minister in...
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