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.
The company started shipping machinery produced in their Horizontina factory, in the southern state of Rio Grande do Sul, to the region around one year ago. In the last 12 months, sales to the Middle East and North Africa have represented 10% of foreign trade by the Brazilian factory. John Deere is one of the world leaders in production of agricultural machinery, with industrial plants in 32 countries.
The company wants to increase its sales on the international market, and will seek clients in the Arab countries. Círculo manufactures threads for embroidery, knitting, and crochet. Its revenues last year were US$ 22.6 million, US$ 2.5 million of which were attributed to exports.
From the newsroom São Paulo – This Wednesday (14), in the Brazilian capital Brasilia, the National Forum of the Gem and Jewel Productive Chain will be instituted. The Forum will be a space for discussions between the government and the private sector, regarding the generation of jobs, regional development, social inclusion and technological capacitation. It
The southern state wants to increase international trade by around 30% over the next three years, and has included the Arab nations in the list of potential destinations. The Federation of Industries of the State of Paraná (Fiep) is going to work together with the Arab Brazilian Chamber of Commerce (CCAB) on identifying business opportunities between Arab and Paraná state businessmen.
The Gulf Cooperation Council has already submitted a request for the opening of negotiations with the South American bloc. "Intensifying relations with Arabs is one of the main objectives of the Mercosur. The Arab countries win and the Mercosur countries win," said Argentine secretary of Foreign Trade, Martín Redrado.
Isaura Daniel, special envoy Puerto Iguazu (Argentina) – The Mercosur Permanent Court of Review (PCR) will be in service starting August 15th in Asuncion, capital of Paraguay. The decision was made yesterday (07) during the bloc summit in Puerto Iguazu, in Argentina. Presiding over the court will be four judges indicated by Mercosur member countries,
Isaura Daniel, special envoy Puerto Iguazú (Argentina) – The Uruguayan ambassador in Argentina, Alberto Volonté Berro, stated yesterday (7), during the Mercosur Summit, that he is going to follow the recommendations of the bloc partners with regard to the Arab countries. When asked whether Uruguay is interested in a free trade agreement with the Gulf
In an interview to ANBA, Egyptian World Trade Organization negotiator Magdi Farahat, who signed a framework agreement with the South American bloc yesterday believes in improvement of relations between the countries involved in various levels, not just economic, but also in the cultural and political area. To him, south-south trade should be the basis for development.
The goal is to accept into the bloc countries that would like to join, but do not yet meet the necessary prerequisites. Venezuela and Mexico fit into this category.
Isaura Daniel, special envoy Puerto Iguazu (Argentina) – The flow of tourists on the border between the Brazilian municipality of Iguaçu Falls and the Argentine city of Puerto Iguazu increased about 20% this Wednesday (07) due to the meeting. Normally 3,000 people pass through the area, according to information from the Misiones Provincial Police. The
Besides its regular commercial bustle, the Argentine border city gained an air of diplomacy. Around 900 people, including representatives from Mercosur member countries, guests and journalists, will participate in the South American bloc summit that lasts until this Friday (09).
The signing will be the official release of discussions for the tariff preference agreement to be completed up to the end of the year. Today, the Egyptian WTO negotiator, Magdi Farahat, will be at Grand Hotel Iguazú, in the Argentine city of Puerto Iguazú, for the opening of the Mercosur summit. Apart from Egypt, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has also asked for initial negotiations regarding a free trade accord with the bloc.
