From MercoPress · · 30s
Lula ramps up public handouts
Lula boosts Brazil's social aid as presidential campaign nears end.
In brief
Lula boosts Brazil's social aid as presidential campaign nears end. Lula increases Bolsa Família by 15% for 20 million families and adds transport subsidies ahead of Brazil's presidential runoff. Originally reported by MercoPress.
Lula's campaign aid boost
Lula announces 15% increase for 20 million families through Bolsa Família.
Transport subsidies
Taxi drivers, ride-hailing drivers, truckers get vehicle renewal subsidies.
Lula's debt plan
Lula promises 5,000 reais payments and debt forgiveness for micro-entrepreneurs.
What it means
Lula increases Bolsa Família by 15% for 20 million families and adds transport subsidies ahead of Brazil's presidential runoff.
