Antonio Salazar was a Portuguese politician who served as the Prime Minister of Portugal from 1932 to 1968. He was a key figure in establishing the Estado Novo, an authoritarian regime that emphasized nationalism and conservatism. Salazar's government focused on economic stability and social order, often suppressing dissent and limiting political freedoms. Salazar's policies included censorship of the press and strict control over political parties. His regime was characterized by a lack of democratic processes, and he maintained power through a combination of propaganda and repression. Salazar's rule ended with his health decline, leading to his eventual resignation in 1968.