The Middle East’s premier food and beverage expo kicked off this Sunday (16). The Arab Brazilian Chamber of Commerce’s stand features eight Brazilian-based companies.
Author: Bruna Garcia Fonseca
Saudi Food and Drug Authority announced on February 10 a temporary suspension of export authorizations for units in Dois Vizinhos and Francisco Beltrão which account for a combined 20% of all poultry supplied from Brazil to the Arab country.
The emirate welcomed 104,000 Brazilian travelers last year, up 21% from 2018. Overall, it saw 16.73 million business and leisure tourists.
At the end of his mission to the UAE, Doria announced the investment from UAE funds to São Paulo-based companies expected for the next 18 months that resulted from the trip. Viação Itapemirim closed an investment of USD 500 million.
Agribusiness executives attended an event hosted by the Arab Brazilian Chamber of Commerce’s international office in Dubai to watch a seminar on opportunities in the UAE and to engage in networking.
João Doria of São Paulo had a meeting with the president of Emirates Airline to discuss an additional daily frequency for next year. He attended an event at the Dubai Chamber this Tuesday morning (11).
São Paulo governor spoke in a press conference during the opening of the São Paulo state international office in Dubai this Monday (10). Money is expected from investment in concession and privatization programs over the next three years.
The biggest destinations for fruits including apples, melons, limes and grapes were the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon and Oman. Total exports from Brazil climbed 16%.
Inclusion project already features four young Syrians training in Rio de Janeiro and seeks sponsorship to bring new talents from refugee camp in Jordan.
Midian Almeida has lived in Al Ain for four years and has established a career as a singer-guitarist of Brazilian music in the Arab country.
The Arab Chamber hosted this Wednesday (29) a preparatory event for the food and beverage fair to take place in Dubai in February. Brazil has presented more and more natural products, following the market trends.
Three large exhibitions will feature Brazilian pavilions organized by the Brazilian Health Devices project, Abimo and Apex-Brasil. Fairs are Arab Health, Medlab, and AEEDC.
Group of 21 Brazilian, immigrant and refugee musicians from nine countries in Europe, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East will present a concert full of rhythm in Casa de Francisca on February 4.
Arab Chamber has a stand in partnership with Brazil’s embassy and Fambras Halal at the multisectoral fair in Sudan. Chamber’s executive participates in several meetings with officials and businesspeople.

