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Lachlan Williams

Lachlan Williams is an Australian journalist with an economic and political background. He lives and travels extensively in the Brazilian Northeast, a region of the country traditionally neglected by the media.

Revolutionizing Counterterrorism: The French EXOM Exoskeleton

France's GIGN and Germany's Mehler Protection have teamed up to create the EXOM combat exoskeleton. They aim to provide counterterrorism officers with cutting-edge protective gear,...

Brazil’s Green Energy Financing Leaders

On Wednesday, the Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES) and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) teamed up to invest in Brazil's clean energy. They're targeting infrastructure,...

Spanish Defense Firm Sets the Standard in Night Vision with Wide Viewing Angle

NightVision Lasers Spain (NVLS) stands out globally for its night vision technology, showcased at the Enforce Tac police trade fair in Nuremberg. NVLS, with production...

Drought Risks Impact on Brazil’s Sugarcane and Worldwide Sugar

Brazil faces an expected shortfall in sugarcane harvest next month, with dry conditions posing a significant threat to crop development. Plinio Nastari of Datagro highlighted...

Security Takes Center Stage in Mexico’s Presidential Race

In Mexico's upcoming presidential election, security is the primary concern. Xóchitl Gálvez, representing the opposition alliance of PAN, PRI, and PRD, began her campaign...

Chile Bars Israeli Firms from 2024 Defense Expo

Chile alters Fidae air and space fair, April 9–14, at Santiago's Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport. Israeli companies, traditionally participants in this event organized...

Strategic Shifts in Brazil’s Farming Exports Amid Market Changes

In February 2024, Brazil witnessed transformative changes in its agricultural trade, responding effectively to both global economic shifts and environmental challenges. This period illustrated the...

Latin America’s Defense and Peacekeeping Initiatives

Ecuador plans to enhance its military by acquiring MD530F helicopters, aiming to replace its older Gazelle helicopters. This step towards modernization reflects Ecuador's commitment to...

Brazil’s Prime Cities for Property Investments

In Brazil, property sales surged by 29.2% from January to November 2023, showing a robust real estate market. Identifying prime cities for investment has...

Bolivia’s Navy Without a Sea

Bolivia is unique for having a sizable navy despite being landlocked and bordered by countries but with no ocean. The nearest coast is beyond its...

Brazil’s Embraer Expands into Middle Eastern Defense Market

Embraer, a leading Brazilian aircraft manufacturer, is set to open a research center for the Middle East in Saudi Arabia. This move aims to serve...

Bolsonaro and the Coup Claims

In new developments in Brazil, some important revelations tie Jair Bolsonaro to a coup attempt on January 8, 2023. Ex-commanders Freire Gomes and Carlos Baptista...

Cryptocurrency Boom: Bitcoin Approaches Historic $69,000 Mark

Bitcoin's rally is gaining momentum, with its value surpassing $68,000, a peak not seen since November 2021. Robust demand for U.S.-based Bitcoin ETFs drives the...

Milei Champions Military Revival in Argentina

Argentine President Javier Milei, in his Congress-opening speech, highlighted the challenges facing Argentina's defense forces. Milei underscores the military's dire financial situation, lacking resources, readiness...

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