Written by the late Adrian E. Cristobal and former Senator Francisco S. Tatad, both similarly distinguished public servants, Mendoza’s biography is more than the story of an exemplary personal and professional life, it illuminates a critical half century of Philippine political and economic history.
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1 of 18 Despite the lockdowns from a deadly pandemic, the Philippine tycoons were able to grow their wealth. This is the list of billionaires from the Philippines in Forbes’ Billionaires list and their estimated wealth. Image Credit: Supplied
2 of 18 MANUEL VILLAR JR, $7.2 billion: Manuel “Manny” Bamba Villar Jr. was once an impoverished child who sold seafood, and a now business tycoon behind the Villar Group. The company has interests in real estate, malls, hospitality and education. He served as the Senate President from 2006 to 2008, was elected senator from 2001 to 2013. Previously, he represented the district of Las Piñas–Muntinlupa from 1992 to 1998, and Las Piñas s at-large district from 1998 to 2001.
Sotogrande: Why the A-lister playground should be next on your travel checklist
This picture-perfect enclave is where the A-listers go to play, writes Kirsty McKenzie
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IT’S not a town, nor a village… and it’s definitely not a city. However, it boasts half a dozen championship golf courses, a top equestrian centre, a marina to rival anywhere else in Spain and a world-renowned Polo tournament.
Throw in miles of beautiful beach and a teeming nature reserve and you have the unique world of Sotogrande.
With a scene-stealing location and near-perfect weather, it’s not surprising that this is one of Spain’s most desirable places to live.