The international agency upgraded the country’s score from CCC+ to B- with a stable outlook, citing a lower current account deficit, foreign investment, and partner disbursements.
The event, hosted by the Brazilian embassy, was held at a hotel in the Gulf country’s capital, Muscat, and brought together local politicians and business representatives.
At a meeting at the Arab-Brazilian Chamber, logistics experts presented the opportunities and challenges along the trade route between Brazil and Arab countries.
The two countries, represented at the Universal Postal Congress, signed a memorandum of understanding to exchange experiences and align policies related to the sector.
The conglomerate operating in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia has opened new stores in the Arab country. The group’s retail chains include Mumuso, offering a wide range of products, and Duozoulu, specializing in footwear.
Palestine, Sudan, Syria, and Lebanon will be represented through culinary activities, crafts, and workshops at the event organized at the Immigration Museum in São Paulo.
Publishers interested in translating books originally published in Brazilian Portuguese can access a support program. Projects for new translations may receive up to USD 6,000. Applications close in October.
In an article, MTM Logix CEO Mario Veraldo advocates diversifying Brazil’s shipments beyond the China–United States–European Union triad. He draws attention to the Middle East and the silent transformation the region is undergoing in logistics.
Automakers operating in Brazil shipped 57,089 vehicles abroad in August and 378,249 year to date. Boosted by Argentine purchases, exports supported the sector.
The country’s Minister of Agriculture and Food Sovereignty announced that a plant will be implemented in the Foum Gleita region early next year, as part of a public-private partnership.
The designation of 14 professionals for embassy positions was announced in the Official Gazette. Agricultural attachés help promote Brazilian agribusiness products abroad.
New fragrance launches from established brands, new players in import and distribution, and more companies entering the segment. The presence of Arab perfumes at the Beauty Fair showed that this market is still booming in Brazil.
Street race created in 2001 makes its debut in Brazil with an event to be held in Rio de Janeiro on October 5. The event will raise funds for health and inclusion projects.
Born in Rio de Janeiro and having spent her childhood between Brazil and Lebanon, ballerina and choreographer Dalal Achcar built an international career and founded a social project that teaches dance to the younger generations.
