25-06-2019 10:00 via theguardian.com

Brazilian diplomats 'disgusted' as Bolsonaro pulverizes foreign policy

Former ambassadors say far-right leader has cuddled up to rightwing nationalists, irked China, infuriated Middle Eastern partners, and jettisoned its position as climate crisis leaderIt has long been considered one of the jewels of Latin American statecraft; a shrewd, dependable and highly trained foreign service that helped make Brazil a global climate leader and soft power heavyweight.But six months into the presidency of Jair Bolsonaro, even veteran diplomats struggle to mask their horror at
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