Extended presence of the National Force on indigenous land in Mato Grosso

The military will act in support of the National Indian Foundation

Published on 07/12/2021 - 10:52 By Agência Brasil - Brasília

The National Public Security Force will remain for another 60 days in the Kawahiva do Rio Pardo Indigenous Land, in the state of Mato Grosso, in support of the National Indian Foundation (Funai).

The ordinance of the Ministry of Justice and Public Security, which authorizes the extension, is published in the Official Gazette of the Union this Tuesday (7).

The military will act in actions to preserve public order and the security of people and property, on an episodic and planned basis, from December 12, 2021 to February 9, 2022.

The number of police officers to be made available will comply with the planning defined by the Directorate of the National Public Security Force. If necessary, the 60-day period can be extended again.

Text translated using artificial intelligence.

Edition: Aécio Amado

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