Álvaro Uribe Vélez is a Colombian politician who served as the President of Colombia from 2002 to 2010. He is known for his strong stance against FARC, a guerrilla group involved in the Colombian armed conflict. Uribe's administration focused on security policies and economic reforms, which aimed to reduce violence and promote investment in the country. Born on July 4, 1952, in Medellín, Uribe studied law and political science before entering politics. He previously held positions as the mayor of Medellín and a senator. After his presidency, he continued to influence Colombian politics and founded the Democratic Center party.