Rafael Arias-Salgado

Rafael Arias–Salgado Montalvo (26 January 1942, Madrid) is a Spanish politician.

The son of Gabriel Arias-Salgado, a minister under Franco and brother of Fernando Arias-Salgado : a former head of the Spanish TV company and a diplomat.

After the disbandment of the UCD he dedicated himself to private business.

In 1987 he joined the UCD splinter party the Democratic and Social Centre (CDS) and represented that party as deputy for Madrid (1990–1992).

In 1993 he joined the Partido Popular, serving as Minister of Public Works (1996–2000).

Rafael Arias–Salgado in 1980.