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Brazil bans exports of essential health items

Brazil bans exports of essential health items
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Back in April, President Jair Bolsonaro signed into law a bill banning exports of any health item deemed “essential” in the fight against the coronavirus — such as personal protective equipment, ventilators, hospital beds, among others. This ban has finally been regulated, allowing for some exceptions. The Foreign Trade Office, which operates under the Economy Ministry, may authorize exports in cases of “humanitarian emergencies,” previous international commitments made by Brazil, and — more importantly — the domestic supply of specific products.

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