2023-05-02 05:34:30
The text, which had already been approved by the Chamber of Deputies (Lower House) in mid-February, should still be examined later in the plenary of the Senate. The rapporteur of the text, Senator Esperidião Amin (Progressives, Santa Catarina) submitted to the plenary a favorable report for approval, according to Brazil’s Upper House.
Amin pointed out that the agreement, signed in 2019, emphasizes the areas of research and development and logistical support, in addition to the objective of encouraging the acquisition of defense products and services. Another objective aims to share the knowledge and experience acquired in the operations of the armed forces of the two countries, including the fields of science and technology.
The agreement also covers the promotion of joint military training and instruction, joint military exercises and the exchange of information in this area. In addition, it deals with collaboration in defense systems and equipment, he pointed out.
The text also concerns the implementation and development of programs for the application of defense technologies, taking into account the participation of the industry in the sector in the two countries and the transfer of technology and know-how between the two nations. .
The Draft Legislative Decree (PDL) 1101/2021, which enjoys the support of the government and the opposition, also provides for “the exchange of visits by delegations from both countries, exchanges of instructors and students from military educational establishments”.
The agreement also governs participation in theoretical and practical courses, cultural and sporting events, humanitarian assistance and military medical training.
The draft decree, which also defines the rules of civil liability governing this cooperation, was signed during a visit to Brazil by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccans Living Abroad, Nasser Bourita. .
During Bourita’s visit, the two countries had signed seven agreements covering various areas ranging from investment to defence, through mutual legal assistance and avoidance of double taxation for maritime and air transport.
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