Delayed works, irregularities and projects postponed for after the event threaten the benefits that the country could have as a result of the contest. Still, stadiums and road works are inducing growth in some areas.

An IMF delegation convened with Iraqi authorities in Amman, Jordan, and warned of medium-term challenges facing the country’s economy, such as perfecting the banking system.

And for the better! On Monday (25), the Brazil-Arab News Agency will get a new layout. It will be more modern and dynamic, as well as including new sections, like ANBA in the World Cup and Braziliana.

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees presents virtual exhibition of photographs documenting the lives of refugees in industrialized countries and the Middle East.

The port operator from the United Arab Emirates spun off assets in 2012 and said it will concentrate on projects to be inaugurated in 2013, including the terminal in Santos.