Benon Sevan

Cypriot politician and diplomat

PersonDied aged 88humanQ4890121

Also known as Benon Vahe Sevan

Born: December 18, 1937
Died: October 5, 2026
Birthplace: Nicosia
Occupation: diplomat
, politician
Education: Columbia University
, School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University
Employer: United Nations

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Benon Vahe Sevan was a Cypriot international diplomat who was head of the United Nations' Oil-for-Food Programme, established in 1996 and charged with preventing Baathist Iraq's government from using the proceeds from oil exports for anything but food, medicine and other items to benefit the civilian population.

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Sex or gender: male
Given name: Benon

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