Neida Freitas crafts women’s accessories and sculptures using sustainable materials at a studio in Rio de Janeiro. Her brand’s name, Chames Bio, comes from a Lebanese immigrant who led her family’s move to Brazil.
The city recorded an increase of 18% in arrivals of tourists in January and February compared to the same period last year, according to the local tourism authority.
The winners of the Sheikh Zayed Book Award (SZBA) have been announced, including authors from Egypt and Tunisia.
The works were shortlisted in an art contest on the Tripoli Fair venue, designed by Brazil’s Oscar Niemeyer. Held by Brazil’s Embassy in Beirut and the Guimarães Rosa Institute – Beirut, the exhibit will run from April 12 to 27 at the Marsah gallery.
Undergraduate students of International Relations at the Mauá Institute of Technology visited the Arab Chamber this Wednesday (3) and attended a presentation from president Osmar Chohfi on Arab countries. Some said they’re inclined to seek out professional opportunities in connection with the region.
The art of Talli embroidery is passed down through the generations in the Gulf, but disinterest from young people is threatening its continuity. Talli was added to Unesco’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list in 2022.
At a roadshow held by the Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy and ApexBrasil with support from the Arab-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce, 10 startups pitched innovative concepts in a bid to join the Expand North Star show next October.
Petroleum and gas production came out to 4.383 million barrels of oil equivalent per day in the country, up 5.7% from February 2023.
Brazilian nationals can enter international movie co-production projects by April 12 to apply for sector-specific funding under a call for entries.
Crystal Asfour Brasil, which sells crystal products from Egyptian company Asfour, has supplied chandeliers for the foyers of two Cyrela residential developments in São Paulo. The company has found a potential market in Brazil for decorative lighting in the common areas of buildings.
Saudi Arabia has authorized shipments of seeds from various species to its market. Brazilians supply the product to more than 120 countries.
Abu Dhabi-headquartered defense firm EDGE Group has investments in the Latin American country as well as partnerships with its government’s agencies.
Ministries of Agriculture and Livestock and Foreign Affairs of Brazil will have a stand at agricultural trade show SIAM to take place in the city of Meknes from Abril 22 to 28. A trade delegation is being organized by the Arab-Brazilian Chamber and ApexBrasil on the sidelines of the exhibition.
Overall exports from the country saw a growth rate of 1.2% in January compared to a year ago, the Department of Statistics said.
