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Arkady Petrov

Arkady Petrov is a Russian native living between Brazil and China. He holds a Master degree in Journalism and International Relations.

Biodiesel Debate Heats Up in Brazil’s Future Fuel Legislation

In Brazil, the move to increase biodiesel in diesel fuel ignites debates between the agriculture and energy sectors, involving giants like Petrobras. This change is...

União Brasil and PSD Strategize for 2026 Election Impact

União Brasil and PSD are gearing up for a significant role in the 2026 elections. Both parties, part of Lula's supporting Centrão group, are...

Critics Call Venezuelan Election a Sham, Lula’s Brazil Seen as Complicit

Under Lula's administration, Brazil will monitor Venezuela's controversial presidential election on July 28, which coincides with Hugo Chávez's birthday. Due to its political significance, the...

Rising Star Freitas: Bolsonaro’s Ally with No Eyes on the Prize

Tarcisio de Freitas, Governor of São Paulo and seen as a potential successor to former President Jair Bolsonaro, firmly states he has no presidential...

U.S. Continues to View Venezuela as a National Security Threat

On March 5, President Joe Biden prolonged the emergency status for Venezuela, pointing to its risk to US security and foreign policy. Since 2015, the...

Opinion: Michelle Bolsonaro’s Political Ascent in Brazil’s Divided Landscape

(Opinion): Brazil stands at a crossroads, mirroring the tight race of the 2022 elections in the current polls. Efforts by President Lula to unify the...

Opinion: Conflicting Messages from Lula and Haddad Blur Vision for Brazil’s Future

(Opinion) Disagreements within a government are normal. Yet, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's team often sends unclear economic signals. President Lula recently critiqued Vale...

Under Bolsonaro, Convicts Received Army Weapon Licenses

Brazilian Army granted CAC licenses to convicted individuals, including drug traffickers, murderers, and those with active arrest warrants. A TCU report obtained by the Estadão...

Right-Wing Pride Grows in Brazil

Over the last decade, the University of São Paulo (USP) has observed Brazil's political dynamics. They've seen a clear trend: right-wing protests are becoming more...

Brazil’s Bold Move to Address World Debt Crisis

Brazil is finalizing a groundbreaking proposal to renegotiate international debts, aiming to alleviate the financial burdens on less affluent nations. Finance Minister Fernando Haddad announced...

Brazil’s Lula Pushes for End to Cuba Blockade, Supports Falklands Sovereignty

In a significant appeal to regional leaders, Brazilian President Lula da Silva urged for lifting the economic blockade against Cuba and backed Argentina's claim...

Brazil Targets 2025 Budget Savings with Social Security and Farming Reviews

Brazil's government plans potential savings in the 2025 Budget Guidelines Law by auditing INSS and Proagro expenses. This move is part of a broader public...

Antônio de Rueda Leads União Brasil Party into a New Era

Antônio de Rueda's election as União Brasil's president marks a pivotal moment. His victory over Luciano Bivar, with whom he previously aligned, ends a...

G20 Talks in Brazil End Without Unity Over Geopolitical Issues

The G20's economic session in São Paulo, Brazil, wrapped up on Thursday without reaching a unified document. Brazil's Finance Minister, Fernando Haddad, pointed to "geopolitical"...

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