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Brazil's Meirelles Says Govt Will Survive Political Scandal

  • People attend a protest against Brazil's President Michel Temer in Rio de Janeiro, May 28, 2017.

    People attend a protest against Brazil's President Michel Temer in Rio de Janeiro, May 28, 2017. | Photo: Reuters

Published 30 May 2017
Opinion

Government faces ongoing crisis over allegations against President Temer but is determined to enforce reforms.

Brazilian Finance Minister Henrique Meirelles said on Tuesday President Michel Temer's government will remain in power despite an investigation into the leader's alleged involvement in a growing political corruption scandal.

Meirelles also said the government maintains its commitment to passing an ambitious economic reform agenda. He told reporters he does not see any strong or relevant political figures seeking to reverse the proposed measures on changing labor and pension laws.

Opposition protesters have promised to continue their demonstrations calling for new elections and Temer's resignation.

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