Gold Mercury Award for Democratic Transition to Manuel Fraga Iribarne, one of the founding fathers of the Spanish Constitution.

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Written By Nicolas De Santis

The Spanish Senator, was one of the writers of the democratic constitution and later became the Regional President of Galicia region of Spain.

The Gold Mercury Award Presentation to Manuel Fraga Iribarne.

 

Award Motivation

For advancing the democratic transition to democracy in Spain as one of the fathers of its constitution.

 

Gold Mercury International Award: Recognising the Legacy of Fraga iribarne

Manuel Fraga Iribarne was a key architect of Spain’s democratic transition and one of the principal authors of the Spanish Constitution of 1978. As a statesman and political reformer, he played a crucial role in shaping the country’s post-Franco democratic framework, fostering political stability, and laying the foundations for modern Spain. His commitment to institutional development and governance was instrumental in ensuring a peaceful and structured transition to democracy. In recognition of his pivotal contributions, he was honoured with the Gold Mercury Award for Democratic Transition.

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