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President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva recognized the ongoing challenges for Indigenous communities in the Amazon while emphasizing their vital role in climate change efforts. He has resumed designating Indigenous …
President Lula Addresses Challenges for Indigenous Brazilians in the Amazon Read More
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva stated that more needs to be done for Indigenous communities in the Amazon. During a recent visit to Chief Raoni’s village, he emphasized …
President Lula Recognizes Ongoing Efforts Needed for Indigenous Rights in Brazil Read More
Brazil has launched a payroll-deductible loan program for private-sector workers, totaling 2 billion reais ($352 million). This initiative, aimed at enhancing financial access and stimulating economic growth, allows loans with …
Brazil Introduces $352 Million Payroll-Deductible Loan Program for Workers Read More
Raoni Metuktire, chief of the Kayapo people, is opposing an oil mega-project by Petrobras at the Amazon. He will engage with President Lula prior to COP30, urging the halt of …
Raoni Metuktire to Challenge Brazilian Government on Amazon Oil Project Read More
Brazil’s Congress approved a 2025 budget anticipating a primary surplus of 15 billion reais, significantly increased from prior projections. Sponsored by Senator Angelo Coronel, the bill awaits the president’s signature …
Brazilian Congress Passes Enhanced 2025 Budget Bill with Surplus Goals Read More
President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva proposes to exempt workers earning less than BRL5,000 from income tax, affecting 13.4 million workers. This fiscally neutral reform intends to boost his popularity …
Brazil’s Lula Proposes Tax Cuts for Middle Class to Boost Popularity Read More
Brazil’s budget bill anticipates a 15 billion reais primary surplus for 2025, an adjustment from 3.7 billion. This revision stems from improved revenue projections and is part of a new …
Brazil’s 2025 Budget Bill Projects Higher Surplus Following Revision Read More
Brazil’s Central Bank has raised its benchmark interest rate to 14.25% for the third consecutive time to address inflation, which has surged to 5.06% due to rising costs in essential …
Brazil’s Central Bank Increases Interest Rate Amid Rising Inflation Concerns Read More
Brazil’s central bank raised the Selic rate to 14.25%, expecting a smaller increase in future meetings as it monitors economic signs. Newly appointed Governor Gabriel Galipolo is under scrutiny to …
Brazil’s Central Bank Raises Interest Rates Amid Economic Concerns Read More
Brazilian President Lula seeks cooperation with Japan on climate change solutions ahead of the COP30 conference. He emphasizes the need for expanded trade relations, particularly in beef, while criticizing past …
Brazil’s Lula Expresses Hopes for Joint Climate Action with Japan Read More