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Bolsonaro Increases Military Spending in First Year of Government
In 2019, the defense spent US$ 1.46 billion more than had been forecasted
Mar.2.2020 2:00PM
Igor Gielow
Gustavo Patu
SÃO PAULO
In Jair Bolsonaro's first year as President, the Ministry of Defense benefitted the most with the largest budget increase. The ministry ended 2019 spending R$ 6.3 billion (US$ 1.46 billion) more than had been initially forecast.
Three other ministries surpass Defense in expansion, but they are extraordinary cases.
The ministry of economy and citizenship added several portfolios under their budget, and the funds from the auction of onerous oil transfer passed through the coffers of Mines and Energy—which does not mean expenditure.
. . .
With 8 of 22 ministers from the armed forces, Bolsonaro has one of the most militarized governments in history.
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