The volume last year was the highest since 2007, at 31.1 million, according to the Brazilian Statistics Institute. Lower prices and increased exports caused the hike.

Seminar held by the Apex in collaboration with the Arab Brazilian Chamber has shown that the country holds investment opportunities and potentially good returns, but businessmen must prepare themselves.

Unctad study shows that the Brics, which include Brazil, Russia, China, India and South Africa, have tripled investment received from 2000 to 2012. The investment made by these nations around the world is also up, from 1% to 9% of the total.

On being honoured by the Arab Brazilian Chamber, Michel Temer stated that he plans to travel to several countries in the region to strengthen diplomatic and economic relations. A dinner celebrated March 25, the National Day of the Arab Community.

When you travel to the Emirates, flee the frantic pace of Dubai and Abu Dhabi and visit Al Ain, the city that grew around an oasis in the desert. Get in touch with the local culture, see the desolate landscapes of the ‘Empty Quarter’ and have fun at the camel market.

Jeddah, on Saudi Arabia’s West Coast, is known for its many monikers. For centuries now, the city has been the gateway for pilgrims headed for Mecca and Medina and an important cosmopolitan retail centre. Today, it is also an open-air art gallery.

Starting today, the Brazil-Arab News Agency is featuring a brand new layout and new sections. Enjoy the exclusive contents our team has prepared to mark the launch of the renewed site.

Arab immigrants set them up on arrival and now their sons and grandsons carry on with them. Charitable organizations such as Lar Sírio, Cedro do Líbano, Creche Adélia Curi, and Mão Branca provide care and a better life to children and seniors.

Brazil’s vice president of the republic will be celebrated by the Arab Chamber at the Syrian Sports Club on Monday. In the federal government, Temer, who has scheduled a trip to Oman, is responsible for the region.

Despite the distance, micro and small Brazilian companies have been overcoming barriers and exporting to the Middle East. From honey to jewellery, production of these businessmen crosses continents.