Lula switches on intervention mode

Lula switches on intervention mode

Author: The Brazilian Report May 22, 2024 Duration: 18:29
Swapping out the head of state-controlled oil firm Petrobras, it seems that the Lula government is going full steam on intervention to push through its developmentalist goals. Read show notes LINKS: New series - To be Read - video interview Send us your feedback Support the show

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