The EU has unanimously voted to ban Brazilian meat imports due to the use of drugs that enhance animal growth, despite Brazil being a leading beef exporter. The ban, effective from September 3, comes amid concerns over animal welfare and antimicrobial resistance. Critics argue that the use of antimicrobials in livestock leads to drug-resistant bacteria, posing a public health threat. The Brazilian government plans to contest the ban, while animal welfare advocates call for systemic changes in farming practices.