King John VI did not object to giving Brazil its freedom because of several reasons. Firstly, Brazil had become increasingly difficult to govern due to distance and communication challenges. Additionally, the Napoleonic Wars had weakened Portugal's control over its colonies, making it impractical to maintain control over Brazil. Finally, there was growing pressure from Brazilian elites and the population for independence, leading King John VI to ultimately acquiesce to their demands rather than risk a costly and potentially unsuccessful conflict.
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