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Luis Guillermo Vélez Cabrera

b. 1974

Colombian lawyer and politician

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About Luis Guillermo Vélez Cabrera

Born 1974. Luis Guillermo Vélez Cabrera is a Colombian political scientist, lawyer and politician.

Luis Guillermo Vélez is a Colombian lawyer, politician and journalist who served as General Secretary of the Presidency from 2016 to 2017 under President Juan Manuel Santos. A member of the Union Party for the People and the eldest son of Luis Guillermo Vélez, he served as Consul General of Colombia in Mexico.

Born in New York City, Vélez studied law at the University of the Andes, graduating in 1992. He then went and studied at Georgetown University and got a master's degree in public policy.

Vélez also worked in the law firm of Minister Fernando Londoño Hoyos.

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Important facts

Born
1974, New York City
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Political scientist, lawyer, politician
Nationality
Colombia
Education
University of the Andes
Positions held
Governor of Huila Department
Also known as
Luis Guillermo Velez, Luis Guillermo Vélez

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Luis Guillermo Vélez Cabrera?

Colombian lawyer and politician

When was Luis Guillermo Vélez Cabrera born?

Luis Guillermo Vélez Cabrera was born in 1974 in New York City.

What is Luis Guillermo Vélez Cabrera's occupation?

Luis Guillermo Vélez Cabrera is a political scientist, lawyer and politician.

What nationality is Luis Guillermo Vélez Cabrera?

Luis Guillermo Vélez Cabrera is Colombian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Luis Guillermo Vélez Cabrera

· Wikidata: Q26255077

· DBpedia: Luis Guillermo Vélez (born 1968)

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