His speech occurred in response to the announcement of the Secretary of State of the United States, Marco Rubio, who reported on the suspension of entry permits to authorities acting against freedom of expression
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, said that the granting of visas is a sovereign prerogative of each nation. His speech occurred in response to the announcement of the Secretary of State of, Marco Rubio, who informed the suspension of entry permits to authorities acting against freedom of expression. This decision may directly impact Minister Alexandre de Moraes of the Federal Supreme Court. Vieira emphasized that the visa policy is an sole responsibility of each country, noting that there is no need to justify the concession or refusal of visas. He also made an important distinction between common visas and special travel permissions, which are necessary for participation in international organizations, which must be granted by the host country.
The statement of the minister occurs in a context of growing tension between Brazil and the United States, especially in relation to human rights issues and freedom of expression. The possibility of a specific measure against Moraes, which is a central figure in various judicial decisions in Brazil, has generated expectation between political allies and observers of the political scene. The situation raises questions about Brazil’s autonomy in its international relations and the influence that decisions from other countries may have on their authorities.
Posted by Sarah Paula
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