Brazil's health minister skips UNGA after US imposes visa restrictions

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Brazil's health minister will skip the UN General Assembly in New York due to an "unacceptable visa" with mobility restrictions from the U.S. government. Minister Alexandre Padilha cited "unfounded and arbitrary limitations" on Brazil's diplomatic activities, stating the visa restricts his movement to UN headquarters and nearby areas. This incident occurs amid ongoing tensions between Brazil and the U.S. administration, following previous tariff impositions and visa sanctions on Brazilian officials.


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