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The Brazilian state-run oil firm has approved a business plan for 2025-2029, with projected investments of USD 77 billion in exploration and production, USD 20 billion in refining, transportation, and marketing, and USD 11 billion in gas and low-carbon energy.

Representatives of the institution met with Brazil’s ambassador to the Arab country, Paulino Neto, and the Arab League. Support for initiatives from the 22 Arab countries and participation in a forum in Brazil were key topics of the meetings.

The Brazilian company saw a decline in oil production in the third quarter but posted a record high in the share of pre-salt oil in refineries and an increase in the production of oil products. In September, it achieved the best monthly result for the utilization factor of its refining capacity.

Last year, the Saudi economy was boosted by private consumption and non-oil investment. According to the IMF, the country is making progress in its diversification efforts. Non-oil GDP is expected to grow by 3.5% in 2024.

The Gulf state grossed USD 344.7 million from exports to Brazil year to date through July, up 78.5% compared to the same period in 2023. Exports from Brazil to Kuwait also stepped up but at a smaller pace and with a deficit balance.