Antonio del Rosario | |
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Governor of Capiz | |
In office June 30, 2016 –June 30, 2019 | |
Preceded by | Victor Tanco,Sr. |
Succeeded by | Esteban Evan Contreras |
Member of the Philippine House of Representatives from Capiz's 1st district | |
In office June 30,2007 –June 30,2016 | |
Preceded by | Rodriguez D. Dadivas |
Succeeded by | Tawi Billones |
Mayor of Roxas City | |
In office June 30,1998 –June 30,2007 | |
Personal details | |
Born | Roxas,Capiz,Philippines | April 13,1946
Political party | Liberal |
Profession | Politician |
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