An event held by the Global Policy House discussed the development of the digital economy in Africa and the upcoming G20 summit in South Africa.
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Catarina Mina, a brand created by Celina Hissa, sells crochet bags and clothing made by artisans to 28 countries, including the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Egypt, and Lebanon.
Vipal manufactures tire retreading materials, with various nations in the Middle East and North Africa as key markets for its sales.
The Council of Arab Ambassadors in Brasília was received by Brazil’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mauro Vieira. They expressed gratitude for Brazil’s support for Lebanon and Palestine and called for an end to hostilities in the Middle East.
Brazil’s year-to-date exports to the Middle East and North Africa grossed USD 17.7 billion through September, up 25% from the same period last year. The performance is on track for a new record.
Eight Arab countries won medals at the Paris Paralympics. North African nations Algeria, Tunisia and Morocco stood out.
On the other hand, ABPA figures show that chicken sales to UAE, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and other Arab countries expanded.
Brazil grossed USD 11.2 billion from sales to the Middle East and North Africa countries from January to June. Beef and sugar exports saw relevant increases.
After experiencing two weaker harvests, Brazilian Apple Producers Association expects Brazil to have a better output in 2025, opening up a favorable outlook for exports.
Volume of shipments increased year on year, meatpacker lobby said. Both volume and revenue decreased year to date. The United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia are the top Arab destinations.
Brazil doubled sugar sales to the Arab market in Q1 and stepped up iron ore exports by 43%, driving up the revenue. Imports of Arab products declined.
BMJ adviser and founding partner Welber Barral says in article that good diplomatic relations, Brazil’s ability to meet demands for food, and initiatives in favor of agreements can lead to further trade.
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.
Brazil exported 506,000 60-kg bags from January to May 2023, up 50.2% from a year earlier.

