Marwan Abdelhamid took office this week as president of the World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO). The organization represents over 20 million professionals in 93 countries.
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The city overtook Paraupebas, in the state of Pará, in export revenues year-to-date through August. Foreign sales revenues amounted to US$ 6.13 billion, consisting mostly of soy shipments.
The Foreign Affairs and Cooperation minister met with Brazil’s vice president to discuss the furthering of trade relations. He also addressed multilateral issues and agreements with the Brazilian Foreign Relations minister.
The United States Central Bank has decided that it will continue buying US$ 85 billion worth of securities each month in order to stimulate economic growth.
The chairperson of the Qatar Foundation, Mozah bint Nasser, visited two schools at Rio de Janeiro’s Favela da Rocinha. Her schedule in Brazil includes a trip to the state of Pará.
In the first two weeks of the month, the country posted a R$ 916 million surplus. Exports stood at US$ 9.992 billion and imports amounted to US$ 9.076 billion.
The country is calling on enterprises to pre-qualify for a tender to supply intelligent transportation systems. Interested companies may submit their bids up until October 13th.
The country is calling on enterprises to pre-qualify for a tender to supply intelligent transportation systems. Interested companies may submit their bids up until October 13th.
The items are part of the Spring-Summer collection, which hit the stores last month. Earthy tones like beige, coral and orange are reminiscent of the Moroccan city’s hot weather.
Foreign sales revenues amounted to US$ 92.6 million in August, up 9.3% from August 2012. Revenues have also increased year-to-date.
Donations can be made by telephone, online, or via bank deposits. Over 3 million children are suffering as a result of conflicts in Syria, and donations only meet 38% of their needs.
The Brazilian economy was down 0.33% from the preceding month, according to Central Bank measurements. In June, the economy picked up by 1.03%.
The number of foreign travellers visiting Brazil was up 5.5% last month, a higher rate than the global average. This year, the country should receive over 6 million visitors.
According to a survey conducted by the OECD, Brazil’s gross domestic product was up 0.9% in quarter two, as against 0.6% in quarter one. The country had the group’s third highest rate.
