Brazil Indigenous Leader, Fighter For Rainforest Dies Of COVID-19

Paulino Pia Can, a renowned indigenous leader and defender of the rainforest, was the chief of the Kayapo people. He gained international attention in the 1980s for leading a campaign against the construction of the Belo Monte Dam. Despite the dam's completion in 2016, Pia Can remained a prominent voice for rainforest protection, fighting against illegal mining, logging, and land clearing. The COVID-19 pandemic has severely affected indigenous regions, including the Kayapo. In 2012, Pia Can reflected on his legacy, emphasizing his role as a warrior for his forest. He passed away at 66.

What impact did the coronavirus have on remote indigenous regions, according to the text?

Reflect on Paulino Pia's legacy as mentioned in the text. What did he represent?