Bulletin n. 7 - Feb 17

"Petrobras belongs to Brazil," says Lula during a ceremony to renew the state company's naval fleet
President launches second bidding process for Petrobras System Naval Fleet Renewal Program; expressions of intent were signed for the repurposing of the company's platforms about to be decommissioned. Read more

BRICS summit to be held in Rio de Janeiro, July 6, 7
Foreign minister Mauro Vieira on Saturday announced the host city, alongside mayor Eduardo Paes. Read more

“We will discuss a strategy to develop Brazil in the energy transition,” says Lula
The president attended the announcement of a R$70 billion investment by mining company Vale to expand iron and copper exploration in Carajás (PA) by 2030. Read more

Lula: “Confident we will host the best COP in history”
President monitors progress of construction, investments in Pará, Belém for climate conference aimed at mitigating effects of climate change. Read more

Lula to meet Portuguese president, prime minister next week
During a state visit on 18 February, the Portuguese president will meet with Brazilian leaders. On 19 February, Lula and the Portuguese prime minister will lead the 14th Brazil-Portugal summit. Read more

Mayors key in tackling climate change, says COP30 president
At meeting in Brasília, ambassador André Corrêa do Lago highlighted role of municipal leaders. Cities crucial for implementing solutions and achieving goals, with focus on COP30 in Belém. Read more

Brazil reaffirms commitment to freedom of expression during OAS rapporteur’s visit
Inter-American Commission on Human Rights special rapporteur  discussed measures adopted by Brazil with representatives from three branches of government. Read more

Army delivers photovoltaic system to Yanomami Indigenous community
The basic health unit in the Uxiú community, in Alto Alegre (RR), will now have solar panels. Read more 

Human trafficking in Southeast Asia
In an effort to raise awareness among Brazilians seeking job opportunities abroad, Itamaraty, in collaboration with the ministry of justice and public security and the International Organization for Migration (IOM), has produced an online guide warning of the risks of human trafficking. Read more

Congratulations to new African Union chair and commission president
Brazilian government welcomes election of João Lourenço, president of Angola, as African Union chair for this year, and Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, foreign minister of Djibouti, as African Union Commission president for the 2025-2028 term. Read more

President’s state visit to Japan – 25 and 26 March 2025
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will make state visit to Japan on March 25-26, 2025. This year marks 130 years of diplomatic relations between Brazil, Japan, celebrated as “Year of Brazil-Japan Exchange and Friendship.” Read more

Dialogue with indigenous communities marks first week of operations in Araribóia indigenous land
Federal agencies carried out 61 actions between 9 and 15 February. The federal government aims to prevent illegal activities and occupation of indigenous territory. Read more

Federal government advances allocation of public forests to Amazon traditional communities
A joint ordinance by the ministry of environment and climate change and the ministry of agrarian development promotes sustainable use of natural resources and contributes to reducing deforestation. Read more

States, municipalities can request emergency funds for dengue, other arboviruses
Check the step-by-step guide for requesting resources, which can be used for preparation, response to emergencies. Read more

How climate change fosters Aedes aegypti spread
High temperatures, erratic rainfall among the challenges. Ministry of health adopts technologies to control arboviruses in face of climate phenomena. Read more

Brasília hosts international event to discuss policies on alcohol, drugs, health, human rights
Meeting brought together experts to debate challenges, advances in public policy formulation. Read more

Brazil strengthens partnership with Japan, seeks market expansion for meat, agricultural products
Ministry of Agriculture mission advances bilateral negotiations, expands opportunities for Brazilian exporters. Read more

Brazil achieves second-highest export value for January, expands presence in 24 new markets
With increased exports of coffee, cellulose, cotton, country strengthens trade relations, expands global presence. Read more

Brazil’s largest oil platform begins operations in Búzios field
Almirante Tamandaré platform can process 225,000 barrels of oil and 12 million cubic meters of natural gas a day, operating in Santos Basin’s Búzios field. Read more

Ministry of tourism holds meeting with Afro-Brazilian leaders to discuss Afro-tourism
Event part of mapping nationwide tourism ecosystem, seeks to strengthen public policies for its development. Read more

ApexBrasil supports record Brazilian delegation at Dubai trade fair
A total of 113 Brazilian companies are participating in Gulfood, the largest food and beverage fair in the Arab world, held from 17 to 21 February in Dubai. Over $3.2 billion in business is expected during the event. Read more