In celebration of World Environment Day, on the 5th, president signed biodiversity -related decrees and promised that government ‘will deliver the country better than he found’
Announced a significant investment of to combat the in the Amazon. The announcement was made by President Lula in the Planalto Palace, with the presence of important figures such as the Minister of the Environment, Marina Silva, and the president of Ibama. This amount will be intended to strengthen environmental inspection, focusing on controlling illegal deforestation. Among the planned measures are the installation of a training center, mobile inspection bases, deposits for seized goods and new digital systems for environmental monitoring and sanctions application.
“This is the result of the seriousness of the struggle against deforestation. As we do the things we promise, that we do the right thing, there are people who are doing what we are doing, and who begin to contribute resources so that we do more. I have no doubt that few countries in the world have worked in a tireless way to achieve not the goal someone has imposed on us, but the goal we have imposed on. It is not anyone’s fantasy, it is the pure reality that is happening in the world at this time, ”said the president.
In addition, the project includes the use of artificial intelligence for remote action and the strengthening of Ibama’s institutional management. The initiative aims not only to combat deforestation, but also strengthen Brazil’s position in COP 30, which will be held in November in Belém do Pará. The event is an opportunity for the country to reaffirm its commitment to environmental preservation in a global scenario. The proximity of COP 30 increases the relevance of these actions, highlighting the importance of Brazil in the international environmental debate.
However, the initiative occurs amid international criticism. An UN representative criticized the Brazilian Senate for the approval of a bill that flexes environmental licensing rules and the way Minister Marina Silva was dealt with in the infrastructure committee. The episode was classified as unacceptable, highlighting the internal political tensions around environmental issues. These criticisms highlight the challenges that the government faces to balance economic development with environmental preservation.
*With information from Marília Ribeiro
*Report produced with the aid of AI
