María Angels Ramón-Llin i Martínez (born 15 June 1963 in

Valencia Valencia ( , ), formally València (), is the capital of the Province of Valencia, province and Autonomous communities of Spain, autonomous community of Valencian Community, the same name in Spain. It is located on the banks of the Turia (r ...

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) is a Spanish politician affiliated with the People's Party (PP). Over the course of her political career, she has held multiple public offices at both the regional and national levels, particularly focusing on environmental and agricultural policies.

Early life and education

Born and raised in

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, Ramón-Llin pursued higher education in law, earning her degree before embarking on a political career. In addition to her legal background, she also holds a diploma in music and is a qualified teacher of the

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Political Career

Early Political Involvement (1982–1999)

Ramón-Llin began her political career in 1982 when she joined

Unió Valenciana Valencian Union (; ; UV) was a regionalist political party in the Valencian Community, Spain. The party had not been represented in the Valencian autonomous parliament since 1999. It scored 0.95% of the total votes in the 2007 elections, wel ...

(UV), a right-wing regionalist party advocating for the interests of the

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. Demonstrating strong leadership skills early on, she was elected as the President of UV’s youth wing, a position she held from 1983 to 1991. Her influence within the party continued to grow, and in 1987, she was elected as a deputy to the

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, the Valencian regional parliament. She remained in office for nearly two decades, serving until 2004. During her tenure, she was entrusted with key ministerial roles within the Valencian regional government.

Ministerial Positions in Valencia (1995–2003)

In 1995, Ramón-Llin was appointed as the Minister for Environment and Agriculture in the Valencian regional administration, a position she held until 1997. Her tenure focused on environmental conservation, sustainable agricultural practices, and rural development initiatives within the region.Biography at ElMundo newspaper
/ref> Following a cabinet reshuffle, she was named the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food in 1999, overseeing the region's agricultural policies until 2003. In this role, she worked on promoting local agricultural industries, ensuring food security, and managing policies related to fisheries.

Transition to the People's Party (PP) and National Politics (1999–2008)

On 11 January 1999, Ramón-Llin officially left

and joined the People’s Party (PP), aligning herself with Spain’s major center-right political force. In 2004, she transitioned from regional to national politics when she was elected to the

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, representing the province of

under the PP banner. During her time in the national legislature, she contributed to policymaking on agriculture, environmental affairs, and regional development. Despite her success, Ramón-Llin decided not to run for re-election in the 2008 general elections. However, she remained an active member of the PP, particularly within the Provincial Committee of the People’s Party of Valencia, where she continued to play a strategic role in regional politics.

Personal life

Married with one son and one daughter, Ramón-Llin has maintained a balance between her professional and personal life. Her background in music and education reflects her broader interests beyond politics.

Legacy and contributions

Throughout her career, María Angels Ramón-Llin has been known for her commitment to environmental and agricultural policies, her dedication to Valencian regional politics, and her role in strengthening the People's Party's presence in the region. Her ability to navigate both regional and national political landscapes has made her a significant figure in contemporary Spanish politics.

References

External links

Biography at Spanish Congress website
- Official website of the Spanish Congress of Deputies 1963 births Living people Politicians from Valencia Members of the 8th Congress of Deputies (Spain) Members of the Corts Valencianes People's Party (Spain) politicians Valencian Union politicians 21st-century Spanish women politicians Valencia city councillors {{Valencia-politician-stub Teachers of Catalan