The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Aloysio Nunes, reiterated Brazil’s willingness to keep its doors open to refugees, as it has throughout its history with immigrants seeking shelter in the country. The statement was made during the opening of the Latin America and Caribbean Consultation Meeting as a Contribution to the Global Compact on Refugees.
“We live in a country built largely by people from all over the world. A country that has received and welcomed immigrants who came to Brazil. Many came voluntarily, but many came forcibly,” said the minister, highlighting that the presence of foreigners enriches the country. According to him, the President of the Republic, Michel Temer, “reiterated that Brazil will never close its doors [to Venezuelan refugees].”
Source: Agência Brasil