RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Brazil has opened its border with Venezuela for the first time since March last year, but has limited access to 50 people per day.
According to the government, entry had been blocked for health reasons, but the measure was criticized by attorneys and human rights organizations, saying that an exception should be made - with control measures such as tests or quarantine - because these are vulnerable people seeking refuge.
Published on Wednesday, Ordinance 655 replaces one of dozens issued regarding foreigners' entry in Brazil and that, according to civil organizations, discriminated against Venezuelans. This time, entry by . . .
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