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Recently, a court in Brazil found former President Jair Bolsonaro guilty in a trial related to an attempted coup. This verdict is significant because it can affect the relationship between Brazil and the United States. In the past, Bolsonaro had a close relationship with former US President Donald Trump. Trump has criticized the trial, calling it a “witch-hunt.” This term suggests that Trump believes the trial was unfair and politically motivated.
The trial and verdict have caused some tension between the two countries. The United States and Brazil have historically had a strong relationship, especially in trade and environmental cooperation. However, Bolsonaro’s actions and the trial have brought new challenges to this partnership. The US government has not officially commented on the verdict, but Trump’s statement could influence public opinion and political discussions.
In Brazil, the verdict has sparked debates about democracy and justice. Bolsonaro’s supporters claim the trial was biased, while critics argue it is necessary to uphold democratic principles. The situation in Brazil is being closely watched internationally, as it could impact Brazil’s political stability and its relations with other countries.
The outcome of this trial might also have broader implications for international politics. It raises questions about how democratic countries handle leaders accused of undermining democracy. Additionally, it could affect how future elections and political movements are conducted in Brazil and elsewhere.
As Brazil navigates this political landscape, it is crucial for both the United States and Brazil to maintain open communication. This will help them address any misunderstandings and work together on common goals, such as trade agreements and environmental initiatives. The coming months will be important in determining how this situation develops and what it means for the future of US-Brazil relations.
📝 Vocabulary
- verdict: an official decision made by a court
例文: “The jury reached a verdict after three days of deliberation.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- reach a verdict
- deliver a verdict
- guilty verdict
判決 - coup: a sudden, violent, and illegal seizure of power from a government
例文: “The military coup resulted in a change of government overnight.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- military coup
- attempted coup
- successful coup
クーデター - tension: a state of mental or emotional strain
例文: “There is tension between the two countries over trade policies.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- political tension
- increase tension
- reduce tension
緊張 - bias: prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another
例文: “The newspaper was accused of showing bias in its reporting.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- show bias
- bias towards
- bias against
偏見 - stability: the state of being stable, steady
例文: “Economic stability is crucial for the growth of the country.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- political stability
- economic stability
- ensure stability
安定
✏️ Grammar Point
Reported Speech – “Trump has criticized the trial, calling it a “witch-hunt.””
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💡 使用場面
報道やニュース記事で過去の発言を伝える際に使われます。
📝 使用例文
“例: In a business meeting, you might say: ‘If we cut costs now, we can increase our profit margin next quarter.’”
❓ Listening Questions
- True/False:
- The US government officially commented on Bolsonaro’s guilty verdict.
- MCQ: What was Donald Trump’s reaction to Bolsonaro’s trial?
a) He supported the trial.
b) He called it fair.
c) He called it a “witch-hunt.”
d) He ignored it. - MCQ: What has the verdict sparked in Brazil?
a) Economic growth
b) Debates about democracy
c) Increased trade
d) Environmental changes
🔑 Listening Answersを見る
- False
- c) He called it a “witch-hunt.”
- b) Debates about democracy
📚 Reading Questions
- What was the outcome of Bolsonaro’s trial in Brazil?
- Why might Trump’s comments influence US-Brazil relations?
- What does the word “tension” mean in the context of the article?
🔑 Reading Answersを見る
- The Brazilian court found Bolsonaro guilty in a trial related to an attempted coup.
- Trump’s comments could influence public opinion and political discussions about US-Brazil relations.
- In this context, “tension” refers to a state of strain or stress between Brazil and the United States.
🇯🇵 日本語での経済ニュース解説
ボルソナロ元ブラジル大統領の有罪判決は、ブラジルとアメリカの関係に影響を与える可能性があります。ブラジルはアメリカと長年にわたり強い貿易関係を築いてきましたが、今回の判決は両国間に新たな緊張をもたらしています。今後、ブラジルの政治的安定や国際的な信頼にどのような影響を及ぼすかが注目されます。また、トランプ前大統領のコメントがアメリカ国内の世論に与える影響も無視できません。両国はこの状況を乗り越え、協力関係を維持するために対話を続ける必要があります。
