Arthur Lira cancels his trip to China with Lula.
The Speaker of the House only announced his withdrawal, but gave no explanation. Rodrigo Pacheco, President of the Senate, confirms his presence in the official delegation.
247 - The Speaker of the House, Arthur Lira (PP-AL), informed the government that he will no longer be part of the official delegation led by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (PT) to China next week, as had been planned.
Senate President Rodrigo Pacheco (PSD-MG) has been confirmed. The delegation includes ministers, parliamentarians, and business leaders.