Brazil’s BNDES Criticizes Courts Over Lava Jato Graft Case
BNDES President says companies involved in corruption scandal have halted important projects and hindered entire sectors of the economy.
August 15, 2017Topic
Corruption
Lava Jato Investigation in Brazil Targets Ex-CEO of Petrobras and BB
This morning, Thursday July 27th, the Federal Police in Brazil arrested Aldemir Bendine, former head of Petrobras and Banco do...
July 27, 2017
Brazil Freezes R$600,000 of Ex-President Lula’s Assets
In addition to the freezing of bank accounts officials seized two vehicles and Lula’s participation in four other apartments in...
July 20, 2017
Uproar Over Disbursement of R$15 Billion by Brazil’s President Temer
Temer's Administration is said to have authorized R$15.3 billion worth of funds for amendments by lawmakers who voted to dismiss...
July 17, 2017
Brazil’s President Temer Dodges Corruption Charges in Congress
President Temer's fate is now in the Lower House's hand, while former President Lula vows to fight his corruption conviction.
July 14, 2017
Brazil’s Ex-President Lula Convicted and Sentenced to 9.5 Years
Lava Jato judge, Sergio Moro, sentenced the former leader to nine years and six months in prison for passive corruption...
July 12, 2017
Brazil Shuts Down the Task Force Investigating Lava Jato
For critics, dismantling the task force will hinder further investigations into what is considered one of the most widespread cases...
July 7, 2017
In Mega-Operation, 96 Police Officers to be Arrested in Rio
Early this morning (June 29th) the Civil Police in Rio de Janeiro executed Operation Calabar, aimed at the arrest of...
June 29, 2017
Brazil Announces New Limits for Large Cash Withdrawals
Central Bank established that any cash withdrawal over R$50,000 must be registered with the Financial Activities Control Council (COAF).
June 29, 2017