Lidercorp, whose destinations include Arab countries, has tailored its services to pandemic times by endorsing hotels, businesses such as car rental and ocean cruise companies, and destinations that have put in place Covid-19 prevention measures.
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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 Arab Brazilian Chamber of Commerce (ABCC) had an online meeting with Brazilian associations and organizations that have partnered up with a committee established to help keep Arab countries supplied throughout the pandemic. Upcoming steps were discussed.
Exports from the Brazilian food company’s domestic units accounted for 72% of gross revenue in Q2 2020. Asia’s share in total sales leaped from 25% to 50%, while the Middle East’s slid from 27% to 9%.
The cat is the pet of choice in most Arab countries. Ever-bigger expatriate populations in places like the UAE, however, means that items intended for dogs are also a promising niche.
ABCC president Rubens Hannun made the announcement in an online event on Wednesday (22) that marked the organization’s 68th anniversary. The House of Arabs will initially operate in virtual fashion.
A survey commissioned by the Arab Brazilian Chamber of Commerce shows that people of Arab background are a mainstay among leadership in Brazilian corporations and associations.
A survey conducted by Ibope and H2R and presented during an online Arab Brazilian of Commerce event has shown that the grandchildren of original migrants make up the bulk of the Arab community in Brazil. Next in number are second- and fifth-generation Arabs.
Industry organization Abimde partnered up with the Arab Chamber for a webinar on Thursday (16) to discuss Brazil’s participation in an industry show next December in Cairo. The meeting was joined by Brazilian and Egyptian officials, as well as representatives from other industry groups.
The global security consulting firm based in Brazil is looking to ensure safe operations for Brazilian businesses exporting goods to Arab countries. Its services include force majeure situations such as natural disasters and pandemics.
Brazil supplies grains to and imports fertilizer from the Middle East. This ensures smooth logistics when it comes to bulk shipping. Container shipping is a different beast, and problems arose as soon as the pandemic broke out.
Next Wednesday (15) will see the Arab Chamber host an online conference organized by its women’s committee, which will be launched on the occasion. Female executives from Brazil, Egypt and Saudi Arabia will be featured.
The institution will launch the initiative next Wednesday (15) in virtual meeting. The group is designed to build rapport between Brazilian and Arab women.
Manufacturing hand sanitizers for the domestic market has helped many cosmetic industries survive the pandemic. Now that the government lifted the export ban, they also plan on meeting foreign demands.
Analysis carried out by lawyers Fábio Amaral Figueira and Mostafa Elfar shows how foreign investment fits in the Vision 2030 strategy of Saudi Arabia to diversify its economy and reduce oil dependence.
