When was Arístides Royo born?

Arístides Royo was born on 14 August 1940 in La Chorrera.

What positions has Arístides Royo held?

Positions held by Arístides Royo include: Minister for Canal Affairs (since 1 July 2019); President of Panama (1978–1982); ambassador of Panama.

Where did Arístides Royo study?

Arístides Royo was educated at National Institute of Panama, University of Salamanca, University of Bologna.

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Arístides Royo Sánchez is a Panamanian politician who was 23rd President of Panama from October 11, 1978 to July 31, 1982, when he was pressured to resign by the military. He served as Minister of Canal Affairs until 2024.

Quick facts

Born: 14 August 1940 wd
Place of birth: La Chorrera wd
Citizenship: Panama wd
Occupation: politician, university teacher, lawyer, diplomat, writer wd
Political party: Democratic Revolutionary Party wd
Education: National Institute of Panama, University of Salamanca, University of Bologna wd
Spouse: Adela Ruiz de Royo wd

Positions held wd

Minister for Canal Affairs (since 1 July 2019)
President of Panama (11 October 1978 – 31 July 1982)
ambassador of Panama

Awards wd

Order of Isabella the Catholic‎ (1979)
Grand Cross of the Order of St. Raymond of Peñafort (1985)
Grand Cross of the Civil Order of Alfonso X the Wise (1977)
Collar of the Order of Isabella the Catholic‎ (1979)

Questions

When was Arístides Royo born?: Arístides Royo was born on 14 August 1940 in La Chorrera.
What positions has Arístides Royo held?: Positions held by Arístides Royo include: Minister for Canal Affairs (since 1 July 2019); President of Panama (1978–1982); ambassador of Panama.
Where did Arístides Royo study?: Arístides Royo was educated at National Institute of Panama, University of Salamanca, University of Bologna.

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Last updated 31 October 2026 · facts checked 15 November 2026

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