Category: Brazil

The Tijuca National Park, in Rio de Janeiro, was the conservation unit that received the most visitors in 2017: 3.3 million people. According to the Chico Mendes Institute for Biodiversity Conservation (ICMBio), the parks in the country received 20% more tourists last year. The second most visited park was the Iguaçu National Park (PR), with…

The Brazilian and Swiss governments have signed an agreement to avoid double taxation for individuals doing business in Brazil and Switzerland. The agreement was signed by the Secretary of the Federal Revenue, Jorge Rachid, and still needs approval from the National Congress to take effect. The agreement aligns with the recommendations of the Organisation for…

Installed in an area of 5,550 square meters (m²), the new unit in Barretos aims to provide humanized care of excellence and quality, in addition to specialized treatments in oncology. Hospital Notre Dame features imaging diagnosis, cardiology, and interventional radiology sectors, equipped with cutting-edge technology, modern devices, innovation, and an experienced and qualified medical team.…

The Ministry of Industry, Foreign Trade and Services (Mdic), the Brazilian Agency for Industrial Development (ABDI), and the company Hyperloop will develop a research center, called the Global Innovation Center in Logistics, to create a high-speed cargo transport system capable of reaching 1,200 kilometers per hour. The center will operate in the city of Contagem…

PBSC, the leading global provider of bike sharing solutions and a pioneer in sustainable urban mobility, has begun the rollout of an initial network of 2,600 bicycles and 260 solar-powered stations to be distributed throughout São Paulo. São Paulo, a pioneer city in various fronts and an exceptionally vibrant cultural and economic capital, was one…

High-performance athletes who do not have sponsorship and the means to dedicate themselves exclusively to sports are the target of the Athlete Grant Program. Through it, athletes receive a monthly contribution, which varies according to the results obtained in competitions. In return, the beneficiary must meet prerequisites, such as being enrolled in educational institutions, participating…

In another step towards welcoming Venezuelan immigrants to the country, the Brazilian government has initiated the settlement process for these immigrants in the cities of São Paulo and Cuiabá. Initially, 300 immigrants were accommodated, including 80 families, who chose to leave their entry point in Boa Vista (Roraima). São Paulo received single immigrants, while Cuiabá…

The report from the Ministry of Justice released on April 11 shows that the number of asylum requests reached a record in 2017. According to the report titled Refuge in Numbers, a total of 33,866 requests were filed last year, the majority from Venezuelans (17,865). Under national law, refugees are people who leave their country…

With the support of the Rouanet Law, artisans and masters from traditional communities producing handicrafts in Brazil have gained a portal to showcase their work, exchange experiences, and professionalize the sector.

In the final stages of negotiations, Brazilian meat is set to expand exports to China and will begin to be sold in the markets of Indonesia and South Korea, reported the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, and Supply, Blairo Maggi. According to the minister, a Chinese mission will come to Brazil to increase the number of…