Bulletin n. 3 - Feb. 10
Minister Mauro Vieira’s participation at the Summit for AI Action – Paris, February 10-11, 2025
Brazil's Minister will head the delegation at the summit and participate in a panel on AI governance. He will present Brazil's experience in digital governance, promoting information integrity, and defending democracy – key elements in international AI debates. Read More
Ribeirão Preto hosts seminar on exporting to Muslim markets
The seminar is part of the Halal do Brasil project, aimed at expanding halal food exports. These foods cater to Muslim consumers, with certified production processes that respect certain religious and cultural traditions. Read More
Passing of Sam Nujoma, founding father of the Republic of Namibia
A leader of the South West Africa People's Organization (SWAPO), Nujoma was a dedicated figure in the national liberation movement against South Africa's apartheid regime, which illegally occupied Namibia. Read More
Landslide in Sichuan, China
The Brazilian government has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic landslide that struck the city of Yibin in Sichuan province, China, on February 8. Torrential rains led to at least one death and left 28 people missing. Read More
Speech by minister Mauro Vieira at the Giulio Vargas Foundation award ceremony – Rio de Janeiro, February 7
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Brazilian government welcomes repatriated citizens from the USA with humane reception structure
On the afternoon of February 7, 111 Brazilians repatriated from the United States were received in Fortaleza (CE). The reception ensured a humane welcome to citizens returning to the country. The Brazilian Air Force provided a KC-30 aircraft for those continuing to Belo Horizonte (MG). Read More
High-level UN mission in Brasília outlines COP30 preparations with Federal Government
To strengthen cooperation with the Brazilian government for COP30 Amazon, a high-level mission of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) was in Brasília last week. Led by Executive Secretary Simon Stiell, the experts discussed building an ambitious climate agenda for the event, which will take place in Belém do Pará in November. Read More
Brazilian hostels receive global recognition at industry 'Oscar' awards
Establishments in Pipa (RN), Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo were awarded for environmental innovation, community engagement, and top-notch hospitality. Read More
Brazil ends 2024 attracting $360 million in foreign tourism investments
In the first two years of President Lula's current administration, the country has accumulated a total of $617 million in foreign currency related to tourism activities. Read More
In Uruguay, minister of Agriculture and Livestock highlights transparency and best practices of Brazilian agriculture
The 59th Southern Agricultural Council meeting included ministers and secretaries from Brazil, Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay. Read More
Brazil registers 194.3 thousand new migrants in 2024
The Migration Bulletin highlights refugee protection and the growth of Brazilian communities abroad, totaling 5 million citizens. Venezuelans topped the list of those sheltered (94,726 people). Read More
Brazil leads in DNA profile submissions into Interpol database for identifying the missing
With 18,832 entries, I-Familia grew by 51% in 2024 compared to the previous year. The tool facilitates finding possible biological links between living people and unidentified bodies. Read More