In Brazil, the Parliament has approved a reduction in the work week, a key promise made by incumbent President Lula, who is campaigning for re-election. President Lula hopes this constitutional reform will help close the gap with Senator Flavio Bolsonaro ahead of the second-round vote scheduled for October 25th. The reform will grant many Brazilian workers two days of rest per week, an increase from the current one. Additionally, the standard work week will be reduced from 44 to 40 hours. This measure is seen as a significant policy initiative during a tight presidential race in Brazil. The approval signifies a push for improved work-life balance for citizens across Brazil.