President did not comment on the sanction and project continues to be promulgated by David Alcolumbre; deadline ended on June 20
Republicans leader, Deputy Gilberto Abramo (MG), in the House of Representatives expressed discontent with the decision of the president not to sanction the law that establishes the day of friendship Brazil and . The bill, which had already been approved by the National Congress, was waiting for the presidential sanction until June 18. However, the president chose not to sanction or veto the proposal, remaining silent, an action that is constitutionally allowed. As a result, the bill will be promulgated by the National Congress due to presidential omission, with the Federal Senate assuming responsibility for the promulgation.
Lula’s decision generated discomfort among Republican leaders, especially amid the current conflict in the Middle East. Deputy Gilberto Abrama, leader of the Republicans of Minas Gerais and president of the Brazil and Israel Friendship Group, issued a note criticizing the president. In the note, Abrama questions whether Lula’s problem is with the Israeli government or the Israeli people, highlighting the political symbolism of presidential silence. The note also received support from other members of the group, such as Bia Kicis of the Federal District PL, Diego Garcia do Republicans of Paraná and Rogéria Santos do Republicans of Bahia.
Members of the Brazil and Israel Friendship Group said they will continue to promote friendship between the two countries, regardless of conflict or political pressures. They emphasized the importance of maintaining strong diplomatic and cultural bonds, even in the face of political challenges. The group believes that the friendship between Brazil and Israel transcends government issues and must be cultivated for mutual interests and international cooperation. Lula’s silence occurs at a delicate moment, after the president said in 2024 that there is genocide in Gaza, which annoyed the Israeli government and generated negative reactions. This stance of silence is seen as a response to the conflict and the government of Israel.
*With information from Aline Becketty
*Report produced with the aid of AI
