Iolanda Fonseca
Iolanda Fonseca is a polyglot linguist of Portuguese nationality with a degree in Economics and a post-graduate degree in Languages and Literature.
Record Internet Use in Brazil, Surpassing Past Years
In 2022, Brazil witnessed a significant surge in internet usage, with the IBGE reporting that 87.2% of Brazilians accessed the internet.
Their survey started in...
Chile’s Trade Dip in 2023
Chile's global trade reached $152.47 billion from January to October this year, marking a 10.2% decline compared to the same period last year.
The Undersecretary...
UK Citizens Sue AstraZeneca Over COVID Vaccine Effects
In the UK, a significant development has emerged regarding AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine.
The "Daily Telegraph" reported on Wednesday about a groundbreaking lawsuit filed against AstraZeneca....
Inflation Slowdown in Colombia May Lead to Rate Cuts
In Colombia, inflation remains high, yet its recent trajectory indicates a potential decrease in interest rates by the Banco de la República.
The central bank's...
Portugal Sets Early Elections for 2024
Portugal's President, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, has moved up the parliamentary elections to March 10, 2024.
This change follows the resignation of Prime Minister António...
Amazon Deforestation Hits Four-Year Low in Brazil
Brazil's government has announced a 22% reduction in Amazon deforestation, reaching a low not seen since 2019.
This figure represents an area of 9,001 square...
Tourist Visits from Russia to Cuba Surge Threefold
Cuba has seen a remarkable threefold increase in Russian tourists, with 146,300 visiting from January to October.
This spike is a significant rise from last...
UN Reports 22% of Latin American Soil Degraded
The United Nations has raised an alarm over land degradation in Latin America and the Caribbean.
They report a concerning 22% of the region's soil...
Brazil to Host Major Lithium Summit in 2024
Yesterday, London witnessed a landmark agreement. InvestMinas, the investment agency for Minas Gerais, and the international consultancy IN-VR pledged to collaborate.
Their goal? To bring...
Brazil Initiates Ameripol, a Regional Police Network
Brazil and fifteen other Latin American nations have established Ameripol, a network similar to Interpol dedicated to enhancing security across the Americas.
It aims to...
Guyana Ends Talks with Venezuela on Esequibo
Guyana has ceased negotiations with Venezuela over the Esequibo region, awaiting the International Court of Justice (ICJ) verdict.
The leaders in Guyana made an announcement....
Beyond Soy and Gold: Innovating Brazil-India Trade Dynamics
Brazil is actively improving trade with India, moving beyond traditional business models to foster growth.
Although complex barriers exist, the nations strive to understand each...
Many São Paulo Homes Still Dark Days After Outage
In the vibrant city of São Paulo and its expansive metropolitan area, half a million properties remain powerless.
This outage has lingered for three days...
Amazon Farmers Embrace Cocoa to Combat Deforestation
In Novo Repartimento, Pará state, a region along the Trans-Amazonian Highway reveals a diverse land mosaic.
It features indigenous territories, conservation areas, and rural settlements,...