Question Period Note: Former Brazilian congressman Roberto Jefferson, arrested after firing a rifle at police

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Reference number:
00082-2022
Date received:
Oct 25, 2022
Organization:
Global Affairs Canada
Name of Minister:
Joly, Mélanie (Hon.)
Title of Minister:
Minister of Foreign Affairs

Suggested Response:

• Over the weekend, 2 police officers were injured while trying to arrest former Congressman Roberto Jefferson for breaching the terms of his house arrest. I wish those two officers a speedy recovery.
• The unfortunate events over the weekend demonstrate the need for continued monitoring of the political and security situation in Brazil.
• Canada strongly supports the rule of law and the respect for democratic institutions, including the judiciary.
• Promoting democracy and protecting media freedom is a priority for Canada. This is why we are chairing the Media Freedom Coalition, the Freedom Online Coalition and the Community of Democracies this year.

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