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G20 Seeks Common Ground On Taxing Super-rich

G20 finance ministers are expected to take a first step towards international cooperation on taxing the super-rich Friday, with a deal in Brazil likely to call for individual nations to strengthen their own measures, rather than delivering a set of unified regulations.

International Business Times

Tense Venezuela Enters Final Day Of Election Campaign

A fraught election campaign closes Thursday in Venezuela, mired in uncertainty with President Nicolas Maduro having warned of a "bloodbath" if he loses -- which polls say is likely.

International Business Times

In Rio, G20 Finance Ministers To Mull Taxing The Super-rich

Faced with growing global inequality, G20 finance ministers meeting Thursday in Rio de Janeiro will tackle the thorny issue of taxes for the super-rich, a topic that has divided member states.

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Venezuela Cancels Invitation To Argentina's Ex-president To Observe Vote

Maduro is seeking a third six-year term with the opposition polling far in the lead despite what is being seen as a campaign of intimidation and persecution.

Latin Times

Lula Rallies G20 Countries Against World Hunger Ahead Of Meeting

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Wednesday will launch a new initiative against world hunger ahead of an upcoming G20 meeting in Rio de Janeiro.

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Lula Says 'Scared' By Maduro's Bloodbath Warning Ahead Of Venezuela Vote

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said Monday he had been "scared" by Venezuelan counterpart Nicolas Maduro's warning of a "bloodbath" if he loses elections on Sunday.

International Business Times

International Calls For Biden To Quit 2024 Presidential Race

President Biden faces international pressure to address concerns over his performance and leadership capabilities for the 2024 presidential race.

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Brazil's Amazon Sees Worst 6 Months Of Wildfires In 20 Years

The Brazilian Amazon recorded 13,489 wildfires in the first half of the year, the worst figure in 20 years, satellite data revealed Monday.

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Brazil's Petrobras Faces Government Intervention Concerns

Magda Chambriard takes over as head of Petrobras amidst concerns of government influence and environmental impact on oil exploration in Brazil.

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Defying Lula, Brazil's Congress Advances Conservative Agenda

Brazil's majority conservative Congress has scored a series of victories in recent weeks, advancing bills on touchy cultural battles like abortion, traditional family values and gun use.

International Business Times

Disputes Flare In Brazil Between Landowners, Occupiers

At the heart of Brazil's savannah, Adonilton Rodrigues toils on a small plot he illegally occupies as part of a movement battling the country's old land-ownership inequalities.

International Business Times

Brazil Economy Picks Up As Shoppers Spend More

Brazil's economy grew 0.8 percent in the first quarter, the government said Tuesday, a rebound boosted by consumer spending which analysts say could put the central bank on guard over inflation.

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Brazil Recalls Ambassador To Israel: Diplomatic Source

Brazil has recalled its ambassador to Israel, a diplomatic source told AFP Wednesday, ratcheting up tensions between the two countries over Israel's war in Gaza.

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Brazil withdraws ambassador to Israel after Gaza war criticism

The move by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva comes after months of tensions caused by Israel’s assault on Gaza.

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Brazil's New Petrobras Chief Calls To Speed Up Oil Exploration

The new boss of Brazil's Petrobras said Monday it was crucial that the state-run company "accelerate" oil exploration, including in a controversial offshore basin near the mouth of the Amazon River.

International Business Times

Ex-regulator Confirmed As New Chief Of Brazil's Petrobras

Brazil's state-run oil company, Petrobras, confirmed former regulator Magda Chambriard as its new chief executive Friday, 10 days after left-wing President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva sacked her predecessor.

The Times of India

Putin’s friends are helping Russia upend the US-led world order

Vladimir Putin is wrapping up a trip to China, where his warm ties with President Xi Jinping have led to booming trade and increasing defense coordination. More than two years since his February 2022 invasion of Ukraine began, it’s a far cry from efforts by the US and its Group…

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Chief Of State Oil Company Dismissed In Brazil

The CEO of Brazil's state oil company Petrobras has been sacked, the government announced Tuesday.

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Brazil Government Announces Petrobras Chief Dismissed

The government of Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva announced Tuesday that the CEO of state oil company Petrobras has been sacked.

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Amazonian Chief At UN To Combat Traditional Knowledge Piracy

The leader of the Brazilian Amazon's Huni Kui people remains hopeful that a planned United Nations treaty will advance the fight against biopiracy: the pillaging of traditional knowledge and genetic resources.

International Business Times

Brazil Floods Strike Blow To Powerful Agriculture Sector

Floodwaters in Brazil have swallowed up soybean fields and farming equipment, cutting off roads, livestock farms and warehouses in the latest extreme weather event to hit the agricultural giant.

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Brazil Polls Show Mixed Approval Ratings For Lula

Explore the mixed approval ratings for former President Lula in Brazilian polls and their impact on upcoming elections.

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Brazil Officials Consider Pension Spending Limits Despite Potential Opposition

Brazil considers pension reforms to address economic challenges amidst concerns of opposition from former President Lula.

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Race Against Time To Rescue Brazil Flood Victims After Dozens Killed

Authorities were racing against time on Sunday to rescue people from raging floods and mudslides that have killed more than 50 and forced nearly 70,000 to flee their homes in southern Brazil.

Dynamite News

29 killed in southern Brazil's worst storms

The worst storms killed 29 people and left 60 others missing after four consecutive days of intense rainfall, floods and mudslides hit Brazil's southern state of Rio Grande do Sul, Governor Eduardo Leite said on Thursday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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