Brazil’s Lula announces higher welfare payments and free weight-loss jabs ahead of election

Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has announced a 15% increase in the country's main cash-transfer programme for poor families and free weight-loss jabs. This move is seen as an attempt to boost his popularity ahead of the presidential election, which is just two weeks away. The cash-transfer programme is a key welfare initiative, and the increase will benefit millions of low-income families in Brazil.

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Brazil's president is increasing welfare payments and offering free services, which could lift consumer spending and sentiment. This move may also influence voter decisions ahead of the election.

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