Revenues from sales of Brazilian wheat to the Arab world reached US$ 175 mn in January and February. In the whole of last year, sales reached US$ 37 mn. Product was shipped from Rio Grande do Sul.
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.
Publication ‘Arabismo: um tema e suas representações no Brasil e em Portugal’ features articles by Brazilian and Portuguese scholars on Arab culture and language in the two countries.
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