The representative of the Arab League in Brazil, Nacer Alem, pointed out that the Chamber is the first partner of the multilateral organization in Brazil. The organization held a farewell dinner in honor of the diplomat.
The government saw BRL 603.4 billion year-to-date through May. One of the factors driving the hike was instalment payments by debtors.
The number of active enterprises in the country by the end of 2016 was 5.05 million, according to the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE). The number is down 1.3% from 2015.
As soon as the World Cup began, the colors of Brazil’s national team began popping up in Beirut. Brazil has a strong local following in the Arab country, and a local group gathers fans together to cheer for their team in the capital.
The Brazilian of Lebanese origins Wisam Osman is the owner of chain store Macedônia, in Paraguay, and now is planning to open a store of Arab products in the city of Foz do Iguaçu. He already does business with the Middle East.
Foreign sales from Brazil came out to USD 520 million on the back of a road transportation industry strike. Industry association Abimaq is expecting a recovery.
For the first time ever, the e-book app and devices will offer works in Arabic language.
Small- and medium-sized enterprises also employ 42% of the emirate’s total workforce, as per estimates from the CEO of Dubai FDI.
Purchases of chemical products reached USD 15.6 billion from January through May in Brazil. The trade deficit is causing concern in the local industry.
Spending by Brazilians on trips to other countries increased in the month of May.
The Arab Chamber is organizing a Brazilian multi-sector and business mission to the Arab country, beginning October 27. Registrations are open until August 10.
Aseel Al-Hamad was invited by Renault to take a lap at Paul Ricard Circuit prior to the French Grand Prix. Since Sunday, Saudi Arabian women are now legally allowed to drive.
The Brazilian Ministry of Justice in Brasília will feature a special program starting Monday (25) to celebrate World Refugee Day.
The surplus is the result of USD 5.2 billion in exports and USD 3.2 billion in imports. Basic goods and semi-finished products had an increase in sales.

