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Lula Announces Welfare Increases

Updated 2026-09-17 18:25 UTC 1 source Positive

Brazil’s President Lula announces welfare increases to address inflation, which has eroded purchasing power since 2023. The measures aim to boost support for low-income families ahead of the upcoming presidential election.

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Al Jazeera

Brazil’s Lula announces welfare increases ahead of presidential election

Government says that increase represents an adjustment for inflation that has eaten away purchasing power since 2023.

2026-09-17 18:07 UTC