Brazil's Finance Minister praises Piauí governor as potential successor

Brazil's Finance Minister Dario Durigan praised the potential nomination of Piauí Governor Rafael Fonteles to lead the ministry, calling him an "excellent name," though he stated no decision has been made. Durigan said President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will define the new cabinet composition in the coming weeks, following a meeting on Monday. Fonteles, recently reelected in the first round, is considered a favorite for the post. Fonteles previously headed Piauí's state finance secretariat and presided over the national committee of state finance secretaries, Comsefaz. His appointment would require him to leave the governorship.