11. Political Tensions and the Failure to Curb COVID-19 in Brazil
- Author:
- Bartlomiej Znojek
- Publication Date:
- 06-2020
- Content Type:
- Special Report
- Institution:
- The Polish Institute of International Affairs
- Abstract:
- The spread rate of COVID-19 in Brazil is increasing and the policies of the federal government, headed by President Jair Bolsonaro, do not contribute to a slowdown in the pandemic. Bolsonaro downplays the threat and rejects restrictive measures as he priori-tises support for the economy. He has clashed with state governors who introduced restrictions and with the Federal Supreme Court, which defended their autonomy. The deteriorating situation in Brazil amid the pandemic and political situation diminish Bolsonaro’s chances of re-election in 2022 and may strain his government’s relations with EU partners.
- Topic:
- Government, Health, Politics, Health Care Policy, Coronavirus, Pandemic, and Jair Bolsonaro
- Political Geography:
- Brazil and South America