22 march, 2010 12:37  
 
 

Xavier Abad Vicuña, Minister of Industry and Productivity of the Republic of Ecuador

 
 
 
Born in 1969, in Cuenca (the third-largest city in Ecuador).

1991: Graduated from the University of Cuenca with a degree as a general practice attorney. Completed postgraduate studies in international economic relations and political and social sciences.

2003-2004: Served in the department of industrialisation of the Ministry of Industry.

2005: Served as president of the Cuenca Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Oversaw the installation of natural gas supply networks throughout the city.

June 19, 2008: Appointed Minister of Industry and Productivity.