Name Ariel Riani | ||
Ariel Riani (born 1926) is an Uruguayan political, law enforcement and business figure.
Contents
- Background and early career
- Mining industry interests
- Political alignment with Pedro Bordaberry Herrn
- References
Background and early career
He served as police chief of Artigas during the Presidency of Jorge Pacheco Areco. This period attracted international comment for the stringent law enforcement methods adopted by Mr. Pacheco's government.
Riani also served as 'Intendente' (political head) of Artigas Department.
He is a longstanding member of Uruguay's Colorado Party.
Mining industry interests
Riani has been for many years identified with Uruguayan mining interests.
Political alignment with Pedro Bordaberry Herrán
In 2008 Riani was campaigning on behalf of the 'Vamos Uruguay' grouping led by Pedro Bordaberry Herrán, within the Colorado Party.
References
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