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Beni Veras

Brazilian politician (1935-2015)

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Benedito Clayton Veras Alcântara, known by Beni Veras, was a Brazilian politician and businessman. He served as the governor of Ceará from April 5, 2002, to January 1, 2003, following the resignation of his predecessor, Governor Tasso Jereissati. He had previously served as a member of the Federal Senate from Ceará from 1991 to 1999, as well as the national Minister of Planning, Budget, and Management from 1994 to 1995 during the administration of President Itamar Franco. Veras was also a founder of Ceará state branch of the PSDB political party and contributed to the development of the Centro Industrial do Ceará (CIC) in Fortaleza, the state capital city.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Crateús wd
Died
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Place of death
Fortaleza wd
Citizenship
Brazil wd
Occupation
politician wd
Political party
Brazilian Social Democracy Party wd

Positions held wd

  • governor of Ceará (6 April 2002 – 1 January 2003)
  • member of the Senate of Brazil

Awards wd

  • Medalha do Mérito Industrial

Questions

When was Beni Veras born?
Beni Veras was born on 18 August 1935 in Crateús.
What positions has Beni Veras held?
Positions held by Beni Veras include: governor of Ceará (2002–2003); member of the Senate of Brazil.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Beni Veras · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q9654343 · CC0 1.0

Last updated · facts checked 5 November 2026

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