Carlos Álvarez (politician)

Carlos Álvarez is a Peruvian politician and former governor of the Lima province. He was born in Chiclayo in 1950 and belonged to the Peruvian Aprista Party. He began his political career in the 1980s as a member of the Provincial Council of Lima. In 2002, Álvarez ran for governor of the Lima province and won in a landslide. During his tenure, he implemented several social and economic programs aimed at reducing poverty and improving public services. He also oversaw the construction of several new infrastructure projects, such as the Via Expresa Sur and the Lima Metro. Álvarez’s popularity soared during his time as governor, and he was seen as a viable candidate for the presidency. However, in 2006, he was accused of corruption and forced to resign his post. He was later cleared of all charges, but his political career was effectively over. Despite his scandal-plagued exit from politics, Álvarez enjoyed widespread popularity and remains a respected figure in Peru. He is known for his populist approach to governance and his commitment to improving the lives of the country’s most vulnerable populations.