President of Brazil lists religious gatherings in the category of shops and pharmacies

President of Brazil lists religious gatherings in the category of shops and pharmacies

PRESIDENT OF BRAZIL Jair Bolsonaro has listed religious gatherings with shops and pharmacies as essential activities that his population may continue to perform during the coronavirus pandemic.

The governor of São Paulo suggested that religious gatherings be banned for at least 60 days, but Bolsonaro did not accept it. His decision was supported by the country's religious leaders.

There are 123 million Catholics in Brazil, or 64.8% of the total population.

There have been 2,915 cases of coronavirus infection in the country since the start of the pandemic, and 77 people have died from the disease. Six people recovered.

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President of Brazil lists religious gatherings in the category of shops and pharmacies