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Politics - Brazil

Lula Announces Bold Measures for Flood Relief in Rio Grande do Sul

In response to Rio Grande do Sul's floods, President Lula announced significant aid measures for the region. On his third visit to the area, Lula...

Brazil’s Supreme Court President Advocates for A.I. in Judicial Decisions

Brazil's Supreme Court President, Luís Roberto Barroso, sparked intrigue by advocating for artificial intelligence (AI) in the judiciary. He suggested AI might eventually draft court rulings. At a J20 meeting in Rio de Janeiro, attended by...

Political Pressure Forces Petrobras CEO Prates Out

On Tuesday evening, Petrobras (PETR4) announced that CEO Jean Paul Prates requested an early termination of his tenure. Prates, appointed by President Luiz Inácio Lula...

Economic Revival: How Brazil’s Northeast Aims to Outpace National Growth

In Brazil, the Northeast is poised to reclaim its historic economic role. From 2026...

Brazil’s Response to Alleged Misinformation on Floods Raises Free...

(Analysis) Following President Lula's directive, Justice Minister Ricardo Lewandowski investigates accusations of misinformation about Rio Grande do Sul flood...

Brazilian Government and BID Launch Flood Recovery Measures in Rio Grande do Sul

On Thursday, Brazil's government announced an economic recovery package to assist Rio Grande do Sul following severe flooding. President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva led...

Political Rifts and Rate Decisions: Brazil’s Central Bank at a Crossroads

(Analysis) Late one Wednesday evening, the Central Bank of Brazil subtly lowered the Selic rate from 10.75% to 10.50%. This...

The Rise of Congressional Authority in Brazil

(Analysis) In Brazil, 2013 marked a pivotal year as legislative reforms transformed the power dynamic between the Executive and...

Brazil’s Central Bank Cuts Selic Rate by 0.25% to 10.5%, Sparking Political Backlash

The Central Bank of Brazil cut the Selic rate to 10.5% on May 8,...

Lula’s Quest for Leadership in Divided South America

(Analysis) In his third term as President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has...

U.S. Addresses Alleged Censorship Concerns in Brazil

As global focus on human rights and freedom of expression grows, the U.S. House's Global Human Rights Subcommittee has...