Maaouya Ould Sid'Ahmed Taya
Former President of Mauritania
Maaouya Ould Sid'Ahmed Taya is a Mauritanian military officer who served as the President of Mauritania from 1984 to 2005. During his presidency, he pursued policies of Arab nationalism while deepening ties with the United States. Wikipedia
Born: 1941 (age 82 years), Atar, Mauritania
Previous offices: President of Mauritania (1984–2005) and Prime Minister of Mauritania (1981–1984)
Organization founded: Republican Party for Democracy and Renewal
Presidential term: December 12, 1984 – August 3, 2005