Celso Amorim, Brazil’s special advisor, said Africa will be central to Brazil’s foreign policy in 2024. He made this announcement at the 11th Brazil-Africa Forum in São Paulo. After President Lula da Silva’s election, Brazil aimed to re-enter global discussions, Amorim explained. Now, Brazil will focus more on Africa, he added. This year’s forum talks […]
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