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Published on Dec 26, 2024

EV giant BYD contractor denies 'slavery-like conditions' in Brazil

This handout picture released by Brazil’s Workers Public Ministry (MPT) shows an operation that rescued 163 workers from “slave-like conditions" in Brazil where they had been building an electric car factory for Chinese giant BYD, officials said in …

Source: The Peninsula - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Dec 26, 2024

A Visitors Guide to Recife, Brazil

Introduction Welcome to Recife, the “Venice of Brazil”! This coastal city in northeastern Brazil is known for its rivers, bridges, and rich colonial history. Recife offers a unique blend of historical charm and modern Brazilian culture. What to See and Do …

Source: The Tech Edvocate - Label Pending
Published on Dec 26, 2024

Brazil’s Transpetro Awards Shipbuilding Contract

In a significant move for Brazil’s shipbuilding industry, Transpetro, the transport and logistics subsidiary of state-owned oil giant Petrobras, has awarded a tender to Brazilian firms Ecovix and Mac Laren. The contract entails building four new coastal …

Source: Global Trade - Texas - Neutral
Published on Dec 26, 2024

BYD Contractor Denies Allegations Of 'Slavery-Like' Working Conditions At Factory Site In Brazil

BYD Co Ltd‘s BYDDY contractor Jinjiang Group on Thursday said that the Brazilian authority’s portrayal of its employees working at the Chinese EV giant’s factory in Brazil as “enslaved” is “completely inconsistent with facts.” What Happened: Jinjiang said …

Source: Benzinga - Neutral
Published on Dec 26, 2024

BPCL plans to invest $2.9 billion in exploration in Mozambique, Brazil

Source: The Economic Times - Center-right
Published on Dec 26, 2024

Brazil’s Risk Premium Surges to Highest Level Since May 2023 Amid Fiscal Concerns

Brazil’s financial risk premium has spiked, reaching levels unseen since May 2023. The country’s five-year Credit Default Swap (CDS) spread surpassed 200 basis points, signaling growing concerns about its economic stability. This surge stands out among …

Source: The Rio Times - Neutral
Published on Dec 26, 2024

Mercosur-EU Agreement: A Milestone for Brazil’s Textile and Apparel Sector

The conclusion of the historic agreement between Mercosur and the European Union, announced on Friday (December 6), marks a significant turning point for the textile and apparel industry and the broader Brazilian economy. The treaty, which eliminates …

Source: Textile Focus - Label Pending
Published on Dec 25, 2024

Santa Claus Driving a Bus in Brazil – Photo of the Day

Santa Claus Driving a Bus, Curitiba, Brazil. By: Yordanka Caridad (Cuba). Camera: Inflinix cellphone HAVANA TIMES – Some photos make us laugh, feel emotions, remember a trip, or a special moment with friends. Others show that the person who took them has …

Source: Havana Times - Neutral
Published on Dec 26, 2024

Chinese automaker BYD slams reports of poor conditions at a factory site in Brazil

BANGKOK (AP) — A spokesperson for Chinese automaker BYD has objected to reports about poor conditions at a construction site in Brazil where it is building a factory, saying the allegations were aimed at “smearing” China and Chinese brands. Earlier in the …

Source: Santa Maria Times - California - Neutral
Published on Dec 26, 2024

Brazil Needs to Create Sovereign Generative AI Solutions Now

In the modern world, the ability to innovate with technology defines the path to development. For Brazil, I believe it is time to claim our space in the rising wave of generative AI. I am convinced that Brazil must focus on building a sovereign GenAI …

Source: ICTworks - Neutral