The exhibition kicked off on Tuesday (8), showcasing the strength of Brazil’s food industry and the country’s growth plan as a supplier of processed goods, not just commodities. Arabs from countries like Palestine and Saudi Arabia are exhibiting in sectors where Brazil is not self-sufficient: dates and olive oils.
Author: Isaura Daniel
Isaura Daniel
A journalist with a degree from Unisinos and experience in economy and finance, she has been responsible for international coverages and amassed eight journalism prizes.
International Relations and Business Administration undergraduates from Mauá Institute of Technology attended presentations about Arab countries during a visit to the headquarters of the Arab-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce on Friday (4) in São Paulo.
The Palestine Fair takes place on Saturday (5), from 10 AM to 5 PM, in São Paulo city. The event features regional sweets and savory dishes, traditional music, typical embroidery, and dances, among other activities. Visitors will also have the chance to join workshops.
The Arab-Brazilian Chamber participated in the Nations Fair to introduce students from São Paulo’s higher education institution ESPM to its activities and Brazil’s relationship with the Arab world.
Five new members have joined the statutory board of the Arab-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce this year to be part of the administration of lawyer William Adib Dib Jr., who took over as president of the institution in January.
The Brazilian designer, who has an established brand in the Middle East, developed a collection for the sacred period of Islam. The connection between Ramadan and the night is one of the themes, as Muslims fast during the day and gather to break their fast at dusk.
Last year, the Arab nation grossed USD 37.9 million from glass and glass product exports to Brazil. The Egyptians moved from being the 10th largest exporter to the Latin American country in 2023 to the fourth in 2024.
Guimarães was one of the creators of the Brazil Arab News Agency (ANBA) project, launched by the Arab-Brazilian Chamber in 2003. He passed away on Sunday (23) at the age of 73 in Ubatuba, where he was residing.
Along with the launch of the Halal Tourism Guide about a year and a half ago, the São Paulo State Department of Tourism and Travel has been promoting training to ensure that residents of São Paulo are ready to welcome tourists from this religion.
The city’s Secretary of Economic Development, Carlos Andrade Lima, met with the Arab-Brazilian Chamber on Thursday (20) to present Recife as an investment destination. The goal is to establish a partnership with the institution to attract Arab capital.
Ambassador Nelson Antonio Tabajara de Oliveira has taken over as head of the representation of Brazil’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs in São Paulo. A visit to the Arab-Brazilian Chamber on Monday (17) marked the beginning of the diplomat’s talks with the chambers of commerce established in São Paulo.
Representing the global movement against plastic pollution led by the Schurmann family, the sailor has meetings scheduled with officials from Dubai and Abu Dhabi until next Monday (17) in a program supported by the Arab-Brazilian Chamber.
The Brazilian government announced an exemption from import taxes for a series of food items in a bid to curb inflation. They include olive oil and sardines exported by Arab countries.
The Arab-Brazilian Chamber and ApexBrasil are organizing a business trip to Saudi Arabia aiming to explore the halal market during the period of the Saudi Food Show. Registration is now open.
