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—Some of the Minister’s Contributions to His Country

1. Alleged Request for R$ 400,000 in Campaign Contributions (2017)

Flávio Dino was mentioned in a plea bargain by José de Carvalho Filho, an executive from the construction company Odebrecht, who claimed that Dino requested R$ 400,000 via illicit campaign financing for his gubernatorial campaign between 2010 and 2014. The case was archived by the Superior Court of Justice (STJ) due to lack of evidence, but the possibility of reopening the investigation remains open.
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2. Operation Pegadores – Health Sector Fraud (2017)

During Dino’s tenure as governor, the Federal Police launched Operation Pegadores, uncovering fraudulent activities in the state health sector. The operation led to the arrest of several individuals, including public servants, and revealed irregularities such as an ice cream shop becoming a supplier of hospital services, generating over R$ 1 million with allegedly false invoices. While Dino was not directly implicated, the scandal raised questions about oversight during his administration.
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3. Suspicion Over Helicopter Fuel Contracts (2020)

A contract from Dino’s government for purchasing fuel to supply a helicopter was under investigation for potential irregularities. The contract stipulated the acquisition of 175,000 liters annually, despite an estimated consumption of 144,000 liters for 60 hours of monthly flight. The Federal Public Prosecutor’s Office (PGR) suspected that 31,000 liters were purchased in excess, potentially causing a loss of R$ 267,000 to public funds.
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4. COP30 Procurement Fraud Investigation (2025)

Minister Flávio Dino authorized an inquiry into alleged frauds in procurement processes related to the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30), scheduled to be held in Belém, Pará. The investigation, which is under confidentiality, involves multiple individuals, including a federal deputy and a former aide, suspected of engaging in corrupt activities and money laundering.
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⚠️🪖 Maduro activates "Independence Plan 200" with 284 battle fronts

President Nicolás Maduro announced the launch of the Independence Plan 200, which includes 284 "battle fronts" across the country, involving the FANB, the Militia, and combat units.

The activation comes amid tensions with the U.S., following the precision strike ordered by Donald Trump against a Venezuelan boat in the Caribbean.

Maduro called to defend the country from "invaders" and "imperialists," while Washington insists on linking him to drug trafficking.

Maduro calls for military training as tensions rise with US forces in the Caribbean

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🇺🇸✝️⚡️- Erika Kirk leaning in Prayer over her husbands open casket.