The Brazilian brand has a franchisee in Jordan and is working to expand in the region. If it comes to fruition, the prospect of having manufacturing operations there could help increase its foothold in Arab markets.
Author: Isaura Daniel
Sales to the region stumbled 18.6% in revenues last month over the same period of 2015. Products that carry significant weight in the trade balance, such as ore and sugar, declined in sales.
On June 30 at São Paulo’s Sesc Bom Retiro, patrons will get to sample Moroccan food and learn about the country’s culture, with Lebanon coming up next in August.
Besides being sold across Brazil, delicacies from pastry brand Casa da Cuca do Nono Selli will also be exported. The recipes are homemade, and the 63-year-old Augusto Selli runs the show.
Brazil’s Ministry of Agriculture and the Federal Revenue are working together to implement a project that should cut down clearance times for international meat sales.
Exhibitors at Festuris will include two Arab airlines and two travel agencies specializing in packages to the region. The event will take place next November in Gramado, Rio Grande do Sul.
The company from São Paulo exported to the United Arab Emirates through one of its partner companies and sees great potential in the region.
Ten athletes will take part in the Rio Olympic Games as team IOC. Originally from Syria, Democratic Republic of the Congo, South Sudan and Ethiopia, they now live in Brazil, Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg and Kenya.
Investe SP, an agency from the state’s government, is negotiating with the UAE to open a distribution center for products from São Paulo in the region.
ClassApp is a platform for families and schools to communicate. Designed by Brazilian engineers and used by 100-plus schools, it is available in other countries and might be used in the Middle East.
Movie portrays director Zeina Daccache’s work leading to the staging of a play at the Roumieh prison. The film fest will include documentaries on theater and performance.
An event was held this Monday in São Paulo to promote the renewable energy and sustainability award from the UAE. Corporations, organizations, personalities and high schools can apply.
The International Leather and Footwear Fair will take place next week in Gramado, Rio Grande do Sul, and buyers from 45 countries are expected. Eight Arab countries will be represented.
Faculdades Integradas Rio Branco is offering a non-degree course in International Business Administration with an emphasis in Arab countries starting in August. Arab Brazilian Chamber members will get a discount.

