Brazilian leaders target 2034 for political reform, says Aécio Neves

Brazilian political leaders are nearing a consensus to implement political reform in 2034, with a transition period starting in 2030, according to PSDB president Aécio Neves. A vote on the constitutional amendment could occur this year. Neves stated center-party leaders met Wednesday at the Chamber of Deputies president's residence to discuss the proposal, which includes a mixed district voting system. The reform aims to address concerns over the growing bolsonarista bloc, with negotiations expected to include the PT but likely exclude the PL. The Centrão parties are debating between mixed district voting and the "distritão" system, with Neves favoring the former. Chamber president Hugo Motta is expected to discuss the proposal with the PT, aiming for a finalized text next week.