About Rafael Castillo Valdez
Lived 1928 – 2015 (aged 87). Rafael Castillo Valdez was a Guatemalan politician and diplomat.
Rafael Castillo Valdez (15 January 1928 – 17 March 2015) was a Guatemalan politician. He served as a member of the Congress of Guatemala. After this he served as Guatemala's ambassador to the United Nations in the mid-1970s. He then served as President of Congress.
Castillo also served as Guatemala's foreign minister from 1978 to 1982. During this time he often dominated the government. Many people viewed Castillo as a supporter of hardline tactics in Guatemala's Civil War. Castillo was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
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Who was Rafael Castillo Valdez?
Guatemalan diplomat (1928-2015)
When was Rafael Castillo Valdez born?
Rafael Castillo Valdez was born on 15 January 1928.
When did Rafael Castillo Valdez die?
Rafael Castillo Valdez died on 17 March 2015.
What was Rafael Castillo Valdez's occupation?
Rafael Castillo Valdez was a politician and diplomat.
What nationality was Rafael Castillo Valdez?
Rafael Castillo Valdez was Guatemalan.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Rafael Castillo Valdez. https://biography.guide/rafael-castillo-valdez/
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