Brasília – The Brazilian Minister of Human Rights and Citizenship, Silvio Almeida, proposed this Monday (27) at the United Nations (UN) to form alliances focused on issues common to several countries to get out of what he called the “historical deadlock.” He also rallied support for Brazil’s candidacy for the Human Rights Council in the 2024-2026 term.
“I know my country and the world are at a historic deadlock. I feel the time has come to heal wounds, bridge gaps, and build together. It is with this feeling I come to say Brazil has returned to a new path to a new time,” said the minister in Geneva, Switzerland, where he is participating in the 52nd Session of the UN Human Rights Council.
The partnerships proposed by the minister have four main axes: Planet sustainability, dignified and decent life, right to development, and fight against hatred. “We are fully aware that, even working with all our might, we need support from the world. Therefore, I propose to this council four necessary alliances,” he added. In his speech, he detailed each of the proposed axes.
Silvio Almeida ended his speech by asking for support for the Brazilian Human Rights Council seat candidacy. “I ask for support from the countries here so we can contribute in a new way to promote human rights everywhere and for all people,” he said.
Translated by Elúsio Brasileiro