Carlos Salinas de Gortari is a Mexican politician who served as the President of Mexico from 1988 to 1994. He was a member of the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI) and is known for implementing significant economic reforms, including the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), which aimed to boost trade between Mexico, the United States, and Canada. Salinas's presidency was marked by efforts to modernize the Mexican economy and reduce government intervention. However, his administration faced criticism for issues such as corruption and social inequality. After leaving office, he remained a controversial figure in Mexican politics and society.