The International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecasts a 0.3% contraction in the region’s economy, primarily due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, but projects growth of 6.3% next year.
Mahfouz Ag Adnane, a visiting professor in Unifesp’s Department of Art History, is researching the identity of residents of the Mazagão Velho district, which was established by people from Morocco. In July, he attended a local cultural and religious festival.
A project by the Lebanese Foundation of Minas Gerais (Fuliban) aims to bring together descendants of Lebanese immigrants from across the Brazilian state.
Founded in São Paulo after its partners spent nearly a year traveling across Asia and Europe, Atlantic Connection Travel serves classic North African destinations, including the Arab countries of Egypt and Morocco, while distinguishing itself through tailor-made itineraries to other countries across the continent.
The international promotion project for Brazilian natural stone, It’s Natural – Brazilian Natural Stone, will explore business opportunities and showcase the country’s production in Arab markets in November.
The event was held in Bahrain this week, showcasing products, projects and economic and industrial diversification across the Gulf countries.
The air cargo carrier doubled its weekly frequencies to meet growing demand. Additional flights were added across its South American network.
Both exports and imports increased in the January-September period. Brazil’s trade surplus with Arab countries fell 0.4% from the same period in 2025.
Transactions valued at up to USD 20 million accounted for 60% of total mergers and acquisitions deals in Brazil in the first half. Investments in artificial intelligence and digitalization helped drive activity.
Recruitment events for crew will be held in October and November. Applicants must register online in advance.
The country was the top importer in September. The sector recorded growth in exports in both value and volume this year.
Brazil’s trade surplus reached USD 7.74 billion in September, with stronger exports helping drive the increase. Exports to the European Union rose 60%.
World Bank projects a 2.1% contraction in output across the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan (MENAAP). The institution says the impact is greater on oil-exporting Gulf countries affected by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Conflict in the Middle East directly affects purchases of the input, which is essential for planting crops. Domestic production also declines this year
