The Ministry of Development, Industry and Foreign Trade has started a study to identify export problems faced by micro and small businesses.
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A Central Bank Bulletin brings greater projections for Brazilian foreign trade and a lower trade balance deficit in 2011.
The Brazilian balance of trade recorded a surplus of US$ 809 million in the first two weeks of the month.
The government of the state of Minas Gerais signed a protocol of intention with the Institute of Advanced Studies to check the feasibility of an aeronautics hub in the state.
Financing to the sector grew from 2003 to 2010, according to Tourism minister Pedro Novais.
World Trade Organization ranking points out that Brazilian imports increased the most among the world’s major economies.
An agreement between Apex and Cecompi aims at expanding Brazilian aerospace sector exports. The United Arab Emirates will be among the priority markets for the industry between 2011 and 2012.
Foreign sales of assembled light vehicles, buses and lorries fell 2% in Q1 2011 as against Q1 2010. To the Vehicle Manufacturers Association, low competitiveness and exchange rates hindered sales.
The main business exhibition in Algeria should take place from June 1st to 6th. The five year plan of the country forecasts investment of US$ 286 billion in several areas.
A company in the sector promises to invest US$ 621 million in coming years to purchase trains and build terminals. An organisation in the ports sector should boost operation in Santa Catarina.
The aim is to discuss, with other hospitals in São Paulo, the establishment of a crisis management network.
Africa was the second top target of foreign investment by China from 2003 to 2009. The leading destination in the region was South Africa, but Algeria and Sudan received capital as well.
Flights between Rio de Janeiro and Dubai will start on January 3rd, 2012 and should include an extension to Buenos Aires. Ticket sales will begin next week.
According to the National Treasury secretary, Arno Augustin, Brazil should issue bonds abroad whenever foreign market conditions are beneficial.
