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Antônio Imbassahy

b. 1948

Brazilian politician and electrical engineer

Politician Electrical engineer
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About Antônio Imbassahy

Born 1948. Antônio Imbassahy is a Brazilian politician and electrical engineer.

Antônio José Imbassahy da Silva, or simply Antônio Imbassahy, (born 12 March 1948) is a Brazilian politician and electrical engineer, former governor of Bahia and former mayor of Salvador.

Elected federal deputy by the Brazilian Social Democracy Party (PSDB), da Silva was chosen leader of the party in the Chamber of Deputies in December 2015 and took office on 2 February 2016. Also, in December of the same year, Imbassahy was chosen to be Secretary of Government, replacing Geddel Vieira Lima. Resigned on 8 December 2017, one day before the national convention of the PSDB, which officialized its departure from the government.

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Important facts

Born
12 March 1948, Salvador
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician, electrical engineer
Nationality
Brazil
Education
Federal University of Bahia
Positions held
President of Eletrobras, State deputy of Bahia, Governor of Bahia, Mayor of Salvador
Also known as
Antonio José Imbassahy da Silva

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Antônio Imbassahy?

Brazilian politician and electrical engineer

When was Antônio Imbassahy born?

Antônio Imbassahy was born on 12 March 1948 in Salvador.

What is Antônio Imbassahy's occupation?

Antônio Imbassahy is a politician and electrical engineer.

What nationality is Antônio Imbassahy?

Antônio Imbassahy is Brazilian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Antônio Imbassahy

· Wikidata: Q9622064

· DBpedia: Antônio Imbassahy

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