Morocco’s capital is among Lonely Planet’s recommended destinations for 2027. Abu Dhabi in the UAE and Oman were also selected.
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A staff member from the library of Lebanon’s Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK) met with the team digitizing Arab immigrant documents at the Arab-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce.
The institutions agreed to accelerate emergency health and infrastructure projects following a mission to the country. Measures focus on primary health care, malnutrition management and emergency centers.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecasts a 0.3% contraction in the region’s economy, primarily due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, but projects growth of 6.3% next year.
The international promotion project for Brazilian natural stone, It’s Natural – Brazilian Natural Stone, will explore business opportunities and showcase the country’s production in Arab markets in November.
The event was held in Bahrain this week, showcasing products, projects and economic and industrial diversification across the Gulf countries.
The air cargo carrier doubled its weekly frequencies to meet growing demand. Additional flights were added across its South American network.
Both exports and imports increased in the January-September period. Brazil’s trade surplus with Arab countries fell 0.4% from the same period in 2025.
Transactions valued at up to USD 20 million accounted for 60% of total mergers and acquisitions deals in Brazil in the first half. Investments in artificial intelligence and digitalization helped drive activity.
Recruitment events for crew will be held in October and November. Applicants must register online in advance.
Brazil’s trade surplus reached USD 7.74 billion in September, with stronger exports helping drive the increase. Exports to the European Union rose 60%.
World Bank projects a 2.1% contraction in output across the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan (MENAAP). The institution says the impact is greater on oil-exporting Gulf countries affected by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Conflict in the Middle East directly affects purchases of the input, which is essential for planting crops. Domestic production also declines this year
The North African country’s economy is expected to grow 2.3% this year and 2.7% in 2027. The International Monetary Fund says reforms and external assistance are essential.
