Brazil’s foreign minister showed himself today Against the economic sanctions imposed on Russia for the invasion of UkraineA position welcomed by his Russian counterpart, Sergei Lavrov, who is visiting Brasilia.
At a press conference, without asking any questions, in Brasilia, at the Planalto Palace, between the chief diplomats of the two BRICS bloc, Mauro Vieira stated that the economic sanctions against Russia “have implications for the economies of the whole world, especially in developing countries that have not recovered.” after the epidemic [de Covid-19]”.
“We are grateful to the Brazilian side and we are grateful for this position”Lavrov replied, according to the interpretation.
The head of Russian diplomacy also thanked the Brazilian partners for their cordiality, trust and friendship, and for Principles of equality and respect that do not depend on changes in the global situation.
The Russian Foreign Minister also praised the view of “Brazil and Russia, which is unique” regarding a “fairer, more correct, law-based” world order, in a “multi-polar worldview”.
Lavrov criticized the unilateral sanctions and stated that “It is illegal and hinders the work of many organisations.”
He stressed that “Western colleagues want to keep it.”
However, on the Brazilian side, Mauro Vieira stressed that the position is an “immediate ceasefire” and that Brazil wants to “contribute to a peaceful resolution of the conflict” and facilitate the mediation of “negotiations between Russia and Ukraine”.
While praising Brazilian President Lula da Silva and his foreign policy, the Russian ruler said he “supports Brazil’s participation as a permanent member” of the United Nations Security Council.
Mauro Vieira also said that Lavrov also handed over the president [Vladimir] Putin invites President Lula to organize an official visit to Russia ”.
“We will work to set suitable dates for both sides,” said the Brazilian foreign minister.
