Decision goes against the guidelines of União Brasil, his party, and intensifies the political clash, with the possibility of expulsion of the minister from the party
The Minister of Tourism, once again reinforced his intention to remain in office, classifying a possible departure as “cowardice”. The decision goes against the guidelines of his party, and intensifies the political clash, with the possibility of expulsion of the minister from the party.
At an event in Belém do Pará, Sabino emphasized the importance of his presence in the ministry, especially with the proximity of COP 30, which will be hosted in the capital of Pará next month. Pará is the minister’s electoral stronghold, and there is speculation that he is aiming for a seat in the Senate in 2026, using the event as a platform for his candidacy.
União Brasil, in turn, maintains its warning stance. Sabino is suspended for 60 days, and the party leadership is analyzing his future. The party, which has no clear programmatic or ideological unity, with wings that support the government and others that oppose it, faces a dilemma. Political experts point out that Sabino’s decision is a mix of commitment to work and electoral strategy. The tourism minister, being from Pará and working in the organization of COP 30, would reap significant political dividends by remaining in office during the event.
