Brazil’s Independence Day parade and the President’s G20 attendance will dominate the upcoming week. Before the holiday, President Lula will give a TV address. He aims to encourage national unity. Lula will attend the Independence Day parade in Brasília from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Security will increase due to recent extremist activities. Lula’s G20 […]
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