Argentina-Brazil enjoy strategic relationship, says ambassador

Brazil's ambassador to Argentina Everton Vieira Vargas said on Wednesday that he considers the relationship between the two main economies of South America as "strategic."

Writing in the Argentinean daily, La Nacion, on Brazil's independence day, Sept. 7, Vieira Vargas said that "since the September 7 celebration last year, crucial events have taken place for Brazil and Argentina, reflecting the interest of our societies in development and their commitment to democracy."

"In a context marked by changes and challenges, it is gratifying to see that both countries, people and governments, see our bilateral strategic partnership as an unchanging priority," the ambassador said.

Vieira Vargas added that Brazil was also "searching for solutions in an atmosphere of respect for democracy and institutions."

The new government of President Michel Temer assumed office "in strict obedience with the law, fulfilling the rules of Congress and the Supreme Court."

"The changes in leadership do not alter the priority given to the bilateral relationship. For Brazil and, I am sure, for Argentina as well, the strategic association between our countries is a state policy," Vieira Vargas said.

He added that he was happy to see that "the leadership of President Macri had opened new channels of dialogue, confirming his ability to turn political promises into reality."

After two years of recession, the ambassador said, predictions show the Brazilian economy will resume growth in 2017. This was very positive for Argentina as well, since it would lead to more trade, investments, jobs and better salaries, he added. Endit