Arkady Petrov
Arkady Petrov is a Russian native living between Brazil and China. He holds a Master degree in Journalism and International Relations.
Brazil’s Press Freedom Faces Legal Challenges
(Analysis) This week, Jorge Messias of Brazil's Attorney General's Office took a decisive step that stirred national debate.
By forwarding a document to the Supreme...
The Billionaire Tax: A Global Call for Equity
Finance ministers from G20 nations such as Brazil, Germany, South Africa, and Spain recently backed a new proposal for a global wealth tax targeting...
Brazil’s A.I. Regulation Tug-of-War: Parliament’s Dueling Visions
In Brazilian politics, parliamentary leaders Arthur Lira and Rodrigo Pacheco navigate the intricate landscape of AI regulation.
A compelling story unfolds as these two figures...
Lula’s Push for South American Unity Faces Hurdles
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, who started his term last year, aimed to revive South American unity, echoing his previous leadership goals.
However,...
Google Halts Political Ads Ahead of Municipal Elections in Brazil
In a significant move, Google declared that it would block political advertisements for the forthcoming October municipal elections.
This announcement on Wednesday aligns with the...
Lula’s Government Faces Fiscal Showdown Over $13.5B Legislation
This week, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva engages in high-stakes discussions with Arthur Lira and Rodrigo Pacheco, leaders of Brazil's legislative chambers.
The agenda...
Free Speech Rally: Bolsonaro and Musk Challenge Censorship in Rio
In Rio de Janeiro, former President Jair Bolsonaro led a major rally, seeking support amidst legal challenges.
After losing the 2022 election to Luiz Inácio...
Justice Moraes Defends Brazilian Sovereignty Against Tech Giant
On April 19, Justice Alexandre de Moraes of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court addressed pressing issues regarding foreign influences that he likened to mercantilist practices...
Brazil on the Brink: Bolsonaro’s Warning of Dictatorship
In a striking statement on Thursday, former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro voiced concerns about Brazil teetering on the brink of dictatorship.
He shared this sentiment...
Escalating Strains Between Brazilian Congress and Supreme Court Raise Alarms
(Analysis) In Brazil, tensions between Congress and the Supreme Court (STF) are escalating, drawing attention nationwide and beyond.
Criticism has peaked, with Elon Musk calling...
Escalating Diplomatic Tensions Reveal a Landscape of Conflict in Latin America
(Analysis) Latin America has increasingly become a battleground for diplomatic conflicts, characterized by mutual accusations, threats, and name-calling.
In the latest incident, armed agents stormed...
The Strategic Alliances Between Latin America’s Left and Iran
Over the past weekend, an unprecedented attack by Iran on Israel elicited minimal criticism from leftist governments in Latin America.
Brazil’s government, led by President...
Brazil Revises Fiscal Goals, Eyes Surplus by 2028
On Monday, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's government submitted the 2025 Budgetary Guidelines Law Project (PLDO) to Congress, revising Brazil's fiscal forecasts.
Initially promising...
Media Giants Confront Supreme Court Over Free Speech Issues in Brazil
Leading Brazilian newspapers united this weekend to challenge the Supreme Court's controversial free speech policies.
São Paulo's 'Folha de S.Paulo' and 'O Estado de S.Paulo',...