The regime of Nicolás Maduro took the Lula government (PT) by surprise on Friday (25) with the collection of tariffs on Brazilian imports that can range from 15% to 77%.
The information, first disclosed by the Boa Vista Sheethe says that the Federation of Industries of the State of Roraima (FIER) began an internal investigation on the subject to find out whether there was a failure in the Venezuelan system or if it was a measure programmed by the government of that country.
Magazine LookFIER said it was not yet able to confirm the rates being charged by the Maduro regime, which vary according to the exported product. In general, Brazilian companies complained on Friday that they were having difficulty processing their export certificates in Venezuela.
In 2014, Brazil signed an economic complementation agreement with Venezuela that authorized free trade between countries and involves almost all imported products.
The industrial entity of Roraima said in a statement that it is in contact with Brazilian and Venezuelan authorities to investigate the situation and seek “quick solutions” for the resumption of bilateral trade flow.
The government of Roraima, a state most affected by the unilateral measure, manifested itself by saying in a statement that it is in direct contact with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In the document, released by the 360º powerGovernor Antonio Denarium’s office (PP) reported that Venezuela became the main commercial export partner of the state and seeks clarification and a diplomatic solution to the situation.
A Gazeta do Povo contacted the state government and FIER to comment on the case, but there was no return until the time of publication. The article will be updated if new information is available on the measure.
