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.
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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.
Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement signed a deal with the Brazilian planemaker for a firm order of 10 planes and an option to purchase 10 more.
The Al Miyah Challenge for Agriculture has selected six projects promoting innovation in agriculture with efficient water use. Krilltech represents Brazil in the competition.
DMCC executive chairman and CEO Ahmed Bin Sulayem says the Cacao Center will bring buyers and suppliers together and include processing infrastructure.
A subsidiary of Qatar National Bank (QNB) will finance a Sustainable Aviation Fuel production facility in Egypt. The project is being launched with the ambition of becoming the largest SAF initiative in the Middle East and Africa.
