Readout of National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s Call with Brazilian Presidential Advisor Celso Amorim
National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan spoke by telephone yesterday with Brazilian Presidential Advisor Celso Amorim. He expressed his condolences on behalf of President Biden and the people of the United States to those who have been impacted by the devastating flooding and landslides in southern Brazil. The National Security Advisor reiterated the United States continued support and commitment to work closely with Brazil on providing necessary assistance. The two discussed progress on deepening our bilateral relationship and addressing global and regional challenges, including efforts to increase humanitarian aid to Gaza and secure a ceasefire and hostage deal that would bring American and Brazilian hostages home, Russia’s war against Ukraine, and the electoral process in Venezuela.
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