The Diplomatic Envoy

February 2023

February 2023

Biden’s State of the Union Avoided Foreign Policy for Re-Election Benefits

On February 7, U.S. President Joe Biden delivered his annual State of the Union address, celebrating domestic and bipartisan achievements as Republicans dominate the Congress House. However, due to his goal to get re-elected, he did not focus much on foreign policy.

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February 2023International News

Bolsonaro and Key Allies Under Investigation After Attack on Brazil’s Government

The administration of newly sworn-in Brazilian President Luiz Ignacio Lula da Silva (Lula) has begun investigations into former President Jair Bolsonaro, members of his family, and other powerful individuals and organizations suspected of funding and organizing the capital riots earlier this year, reports PBS.

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February 2023International News

Myanmar Military Government Extends State of Emergency and Delays Elections

On February 4, the military junta in charge of Myanmar imposed martial law in several strongholds of anti-military resistance, Al Jazeera reports. In the numerous townships affected by the new measures, the citizens of Myanmar will be tried for various charges from treason to spreading fake news.

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