Chinese online retail service carves out niche for itself in Brazil retail market in run-up to annual buy-fests of Black Friday and Christmas.
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Ambassador Paulo Estivallet de Mesquita points to health and tourism industries as two particular areas for growth.
Independent refineries in Shandong import less than half July 2020 tonnage as cheaper barrels from Russia and Iran edge out Brazilian crudes.
Projects in Piauí and Ceará mark SPIC’s entry to new market; company aims to be one of top three private players in country’s power generation by 2025.
Company plans rapid expansion by reducing waste, maximising processes, gaining flow and investing in people, president Aldenir Sgarbossa says.
Battery powered electric mining trucks point way towards a more sustainable product line for industry.
Countries also aim to improve tax services for cross-border businesses and collaborate on industrial and supply chains.
As major grain exporter, Brazil could satisfy China’s needs in wake of drastic drop in exports from Ukraine following Russian invasion.
Vice-president Hamilton Mourão says Brazil hopes to tap into new opportunities brought by energy transitions and low-carbon economy.