1. Open, explicit endorsement or backing that has been publicly announced or formally stated
The candidate received declared support from several major unions.
O candidato recebeu apoio declarado de vários sindicatos importantes.
2. Support that is openly acknowledged rather than covert or implied
The government's declared support for renewable energy is evident in their new policies.
O apoio declarado do governo às energias renováveis é evidente em suas novas políticas.