Mônica Bergamo: Women diplomats see Itamaraty’s second post as a consolation prize

The decision to hand over the Itamaraty general secretariat to a woman, Ambassador Maria Laura da Rocha, is being seen as a consolation prize by Brazilian diplomats who mobilized for Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (PT) to nominate a woman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

KEY

The government, to assuage the opposition, should also appoint ambassadors for strategic positions abroad.

LONG WAIT

As shown to Sheetthere was the expectation of the appointment of a chancellor for the first time in Brazilian history, but the name of Mauro Vieira was announced this Friday (9) by the president-elect, in what was seen as a victory for stability and the old guard.

CONNECTION

Vieira is close to former chancellor Celso Amorim, one of Lula’s main advisers in the international area, and got close to PT staff with attitudes considered solidary at the time the politician was imprisoned in Curitiba.

NEVER BEFORE

If Maria Laura’s appointment is confirmed, she will be the first secretary general at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

RESUME

Carioca, the diplomat graduated in law from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro and comes from a middle-class family. Although she is black, she is not considered a racial movement activist. Described as very ethical and republican, she is married to Italian music producer Sandro Melaranci and has two daughters.

OPEN CURTAINS

Actor Henri Pagnoncelli premiered the monologue “Caim” at CCBB São Paulo, located in the central region of São Paulo, on Wednesday night (7). Based on the latest novel by José Saramago, the show was adapted for the theater by playwright Teresa Frota. Actress Clodd Dias, presenter Renata Simões and producer Celso Curi were there.

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