Trade Balance in Brazil Registers Surplus in October
The recent strong depreciation of the Brazilian real has made prices of Brazilian products more attractive abroad.
November 4, 2015
Brazilian Ethics Council to Discuss Eduardo Cunha’s Fate
In the past month, opposition leaders both in the Lower House and Senate have called for Cunha to step down...
November 3, 2015
Oil Workers Strike in Brazil for Wages, Investments, Assets
Strikers are protesting against Petrobras’ asset sales, investment cuts, project suspensions, and reduction of workers' rights.
November 3, 2015
Rio Introduces QR Codes in Cemetery During Memorial Day
More than 120 thousand visitors are expected to visit São Jõao Batista on Memorial Day, November 2nd.
November 2, 2015
Brazil’s Senate Approves Visa Exemption for 2016 Olympics
Visa exemption will benefit those who arrive in Brazil between June and September 18th, 2016.
October 30, 2015
Brazil’s Government Admits Negative GDP Growth for 2016
If confirmed this will be the first time the Brazilian GDP has ever registered a retraction for two consecutive years...
October 30, 2015
Approved Anti-Terrorism Bill in Brazil is Heavily Criticized
Critics say that with new bill social movements and mass demonstrations calling for citizens’ rights may now be considered terrorist...
October 29, 2015
Unemployment Rate Increases in Brazil to 8.7 Percent in Q3
Brazil registered the highest unemployment rate in a third quarter since 2012, with 8.8 million people looking for work.
October 29, 2015
Commission in Brazil Proposes Lowering Age to Buy Guns
Among the measures proposed is easing requirements for gun purchases and lowering the minimum age for those wishing to purchase...
October 28, 2015