Data from Brazil’s Ministry of Development, Industry, Trade and Services show a 0.7% increase in exports and a 21.5% decline in imports compared to the same period in 2025.
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The Brazilian Academy of Letters, in Rio de Janeiro, will host the signing of a technical cooperation agreement between the University of Vale do Itajaí (Univali) and the American University of Sharjah.
A survey by Visa highlights the growing use of artificial intelligence in purchases made by consumers in the UAE. Among respondents, 93% said the technology makes shopping faster and easier.
Over the past 12 months, six Brazilian referees and assistant referees have been appointed to officiate matches in Arab countries. The strongest ties are with the UAE Football Association, but negotiations are also underway with other countries.
Ali Mohamed Al Marzooqi, chairman of the Emirates Franchise Association, said a growing number of franchise brands are choosing the country for expansion and outlined efforts to help Emirati brands enter global markets.
According to industry group ABPA, exports surpassed USD 1 billion in a single month for the first time in May. Sales to Saudi Arabia and the UAE increased compared to May 2025, when Brazil was facing an avian influenza crisis.
Projects from small and medium-sized enterprises, schools, and nonprofit organizations may compete in six categories. At a reception, the UAE consul general in São Paulo said Brazil has strong potential to stand out in the competition.
The Abu Dhabi-based company is investing USD 835 million to acquire the Brazilian firm that owns two sugar and grain export terminals at the Ports of Santos and Itaqui.
Raphael Claus and assistant referees Fabrini Bevilaqua and Nailton Oliveira will take the field on Friday (22) for the UAE President’s Cup final between Al Jazira and Al Ain.
Initiative aims to boost resilience and reduce costs for businesses operating in the emirate. Total package amounts to USD 410 million.
The footwear industry trade fair will take place next week in São Paulo. More than 160 international buyers, including from Libya, Algeria, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen, have been invited.
The country was the third-largest buyer of Brazilian chicken meat in April, according to ABPA. Due to the situation in the region, shipments bound for other Gulf nations were routed through Saudi Arabia.
Once again a target in the conflict involving the United States and Israel with Iran, the Arab country has ordered a return to online classes. Among other impacts of the war, traffic at Dubai International Airport fell 66% in March.
The emirate’s crown prince launched a program promoting the adoption of AI agents among companies, including training, incubators, and funding support.
