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Brazil election campaign dominated by security concerns and corruption allegations

Brazil’s presidential campaign is unfolding against a backdrop of concerns over public security, political polarization and a growing corruption investigation involving opposition candidate Flávio Bolsonaro. The contest between President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Flávio......

Lula warns Iran conflict is driving up global fuel and food costs

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has warned that the conflict involving Iran is creating wider economic repercussions, pushing up the cost of fuel, fertilizers and food in markets around the world. Speaking to CNN, Lula said the disruption was being felt far beyond the Middle East,......

Brazil allocates $1.3 billion to support fuel prices

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s government has approved an additional package of around $1.3 billion to support fuel prices, seeking to shield consumers and key sectors of the economy from the impact of rising global oil costs. The measure was introduced through an executive......

Brazil advances historic law to regulate rare earth mineral development

Brazil’s Senate has approved a landmark bill establishing a regulatory framework for the exploration and development of rare earth elements and other critical minerals, in a move aimed at making greater use of the country’s substantial mineral resources. The legislation follows its approval......

Brazil: Lula's Lead Narrowed by Flavio Bolsonaro as Presidential Election Approaches

With just weeks to go before the presidential election in October, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's lead over Flavio Bolsonaro is significantly shrinking. According to a Quaest poll conducted in late August to early September, the two candidates are now neck and neck in a potential runoff scenario. A Lead......

Lula da Silva faces legal challenge over carnival parade ahead of election

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is facing a legal challenge over a carnival parade dedicated to his political and personal history, adding a new dispute to the opening stages of the country’s electoral campaign. Brazilian media reported on Monday that the country’s Superior......

Brazil election: scandals cast shadow over Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro campaigns

Brazil's upcoming election is unfolding against a familiar backdrop: investigations involving prominent political figures and their families are once again becoming part of the national campaign. President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and his rival Flavio Bolsonaro come from opposing political camps,......

Brazil presidential race turns campaign jingles into political weapons

Brazil’s presidential race is entering a more intense phase, and the battle for voters is increasingly being fought through a distinctly Brazilian political tradition: the campaign jingle. With music deeply embedded in the country’s public and popular culture, leading candidates are turning......

Lula’s lead over Flavio Bolsonaro shrinks ahead of Brazil’s October election

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva remains ahead of Senator Flavio Bolsonaro in a potential presidential runoff, but his advantage has narrowed, according to a new CNT/MDA poll released Tuesday. The survey indicates that Lula would receive 48.0% of the vote in a hypothetical second-round......