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President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, Highlights Support of Brazilian People for Ukrainian Cause During International Conference in Kiev.
In a decisive moment for Ukraine’s foreign policy, Zelensky meets with Brazilian lawmakers during the conference “Ukraine and the Countries of Latin America and the Caribbean: Cooperation for the Future.” The event, which takes place in the Ukrainian capital from November 29 to December 1, gathered leaders from various countries to discuss international cooperation and the defense of Ukrainian sovereignty in the face of the conflict with Russia.
Among the representatives from Brazil were Senators Sérgio Moro, Damares Alves, and Magno Malta, as well as Federal Deputy Paulo Bilynskyj. During the meeting, the President of Ukraine not only thanked the Brazilian delegation for their presence but also highlighted the support of the Brazilian people for Ukraine. “I know that the people of Brazil are on our side,” stated Volodymyr Zelensky, reinforcing the importance of global partnerships in the current scenario.
Criticisms of the G20 and Support from Sérgio Moro
Zelensky took the opportunity to criticize the final document of the G20 Summit, expressing his dissatisfaction with the lack of a firmer stance regarding the war in Ukraine. The event also featured significant statements from Senator Sérgio Moro, who shared a photo alongside the Ukrainian president on social media. In the post, Moro reiterated his support for Ukraine and described the Russian invasion as an “aggression war.”
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Moro’s stance contrasts with the diplomatic approach of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, who maintains a focus on peaceful solutions and international negotiations. In recent statements, the senator criticized Lula’s position, claiming it does not reflect the support of the Brazilian population for Ukraine.
Divergences in Brazilian Foreign Policy
The visit of the Brazilian delegation to Ukraine highlights an internal division in Brazil’s foreign policy. While Lula’s government adopts a cautious and neutral stance, seeking to mediate the conflict, lawmakers like Moro reinforce a more direct support for the Ukrainian cause. This divergence has sparked debates both in Brazil and on the international stage.
In September, Zelensky had already publicly criticized the peace proposal advocated by the Brazilian government, aligned with countries like China. For the Ukrainian president, these initiatives do not provide a fair solution to the conflict. Despite the differences, the presence of Brazilian lawmakers at the conference in Kiev demonstrates Brazil’s willingness to engage in dialogue and build bridges with Ukraine.
Zelensky and the Relevance of Brazil in the Global Scenario
Throughout the event, Zelensky meets with Brazilian lawmakers to emphasize the importance of partnerships like the Brazilian one in defending Ukrainian sovereignty. The conference served as a space for dialogue on the role of Latin American and Caribbean countries in supporting Ukraine, highlighting the need for mutual cooperation.
The stance of the Brazilian lawmakers present reinforces the diversity of opinions within the country’s foreign policy, showing that Brazil can play a significant role in global issues, even amid internal divergences. “International support is essential to ensuring peace and security in the world,” stated Zelensky, closing the meeting on an optimistic note about the future of relations between Ukraine and Brazil.
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