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Brazil Labor Mobilization Continues Amid Austerity Measures

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Labor mobilization against poor working and living conditions is ongoing in Brazil following the general elections. The reelected government of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is preparing to deepen austerity measures. The logistics and e-commerce sector has seen intense worker mobilization, including an indefinite strike by Shopee’s partner delivery workers in Rio de Janeiro starting on November 4.

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Why it matters

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The strikes and government austerity occur within a global context marked by deepening economic crisis, rising inflation, and potential recession. This environment increases economic uncertainty in Brazil and affects market sentiment for companies operating there.

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Who's involved

  • Luiz Inácio Lula da SilvaThe reelected government preparing to deepen austerity measures.
  • BahiaState in the Northeast Region of Brazil where labor struggles are occurring.
  • Mercado pagoCompany whose delivery workers participated in a joint stoppage in mid-June.

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