Recent political moves by Minas Gerais Governor, Romeu Zema, aim to attract the market and the far-right to position himself for the 2026 national electoral race.
Analysts question Zema’s lack of success in improving Minas Gerais and wonder what he will offer for Brazil’s future.
While making gestures to conservative sectors, Zema’s measures, such as banning cigarettes in prisons, are seen as attempts to appeal to the extreme right aligned with Jair Bolsonaro.
Experts believe Zema is positioning himself alongside figures like Ronaldo Caiado for the 2026 elections, despite uncertainties surrounding his candidacy.