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Federal Prosecutors Sue to Halt Operation of TikTok Data Center in Brazil's Ceará Over Indigenous Rights, Environmental Impact
The Federal Public Prosecutor's Office and Public Defender's Office filed a civil action to block the R$200 billion data center for TikTok in Ceará until a full environmental study and consultation with the Indigenous Anacé people are completed.
Lula Demands 'Complete Disclosure' in Banco Master Case as STF Crisis Deepens
President Lula called for the full lifting of secrecy in the investigation of Brazil's largest financial crime amid an institutional crisis at the Supreme Court.
Brazil Federal Police Target Bolsonaro Ally Mário Frias in R$2 Million Fund Diversion Probe
Federal Police executed 49 warrants in a probe targeting Deputy Mário Frias for allegedly diverting R$2 million in public funds to finance a film about Jair Bolsonaro.
Former Air Force Chief Reveals Army Commander's Threat to Arrest Bolsonaro Over Coup Plot
A new book by the former Brazilian Air Force Commander details how the then-Army Commander threatened to arrest Jair Bolsonaro if he tried to nullify the 2022 election.
Brazil’s Election Focuses on Divergent Paths to Fiscal Stability Amid Rising Public Debt
The 2026 Brazilian presidential race centers on sharply contrasting fiscal proposals to manage rising public debt and federal spending.
Brazil’s FGTS Council Frees R$4.5 Billion in Infrastructure Funds for Sanitation Projects
Brazil's powerful FGTS Curatorial Council approved the redemption of R$4.5 billion from its infrastructure fund to finance stalled sanitation and water works.
Brazil’s Business Elite Backs STF President Fachin Amid High Court’s Institutional Crisis
A group of 45 top Brazilian business leaders and jurists voiced support for the Supreme Court President's recent moves to restore order amid the worst judicial crisis in years.
Brazil's Congress Eliminates Federal Import Tax on $50 E-Commerce Orders
The zeroing of the 20% Imposto de Importação on low-cost international purchases moves to President Lula for sanction, a move popular with consumers but opposed by domestic industry.
Brazil Government Claims Windfall Oil Revenue Secures Fiscal Space for Fuel Tax Cuts
Lula’s administration cuts federal PIS/Cofins fuel taxes and boosts diesel subsidies, assuring investors the cost is offset by oil export revenues.
Brazil Approves National Rare Earths Policy, But New State Oversight Adds Investor Uncertainty
Brazil's Congress passed a major new policy for critical minerals, offering R$7 billion in incentives while creating a council to scrutinize foreign deals.
Brazil Supreme Court Crisis Escalates as Chief Justice Edson Fachin Strips Moraes of ‘Fake News’ Inquiry
An unprecedented institutional clash in Brazil’s Supreme Court has sidelined the political agenda, centered on the controversial Justice Alexandre de Moraes.
Federal Police Raid Bolsonaro Ally Mário Frias in Probe Over ‘Dark Horse’ Film Financing
Brazil's Federal Police targeted Deputy Mário Frias and others in 'Operação Make Up' investigating the alleged misuse of public funds for a Bolsonaro film.
Brazil Federal Police Target Bolsonaro Ally Mario Frias Over Alleged Misuse of Public Funds for Political Film
Federal Deputy Mario Frias, a key ally of Jair Bolsonaro, is a target in a probe over diverting public funds to a pro-Bolsonaro biopic.
Brazil’s Fiscal Reckoning: Post-Election Adjustment Looms as Debt Debate is Deferred
A painful fiscal correction is inevitable for the next Brazilian president, driving up the country's risk premium as the debate is shelved until after the October election.
Lula Sanctions Law to Permanently End Brazil's 20% 'Little Blouse Tax' on E-Commerce Imports
President Lula makes the zero federal import tax on e-commerce parcels up to $50 permanent, benefiting millions of Brazilian consumers.
Brazilian Business Leaders Demand Candidates Guarantee Continuity of Landmark Tax Reform
A group of nearly 100 top executives and economists warned presidential hopefuls against disrupting the new VAT implementation.
Brazil Audit Court Orders Utility Regulator to Verify Enel Rio Concession Data in 120 Days
Brazil's TCU has given the energy regulator ANEEL 120 days to verify Enel Rio's service quality data ahead of its concession renewal.
Brazil’s Federal Police Summon Central Bank Leaders, BTG Founder in Financial Fraud Probe
Current and former Central Bank Presidents summoned as witnesses in a widening regulatory capture investigation.
Supreme Court President Fachin Halts ‘War of Injunctions,’ Keeps Federal Police Chief in Post
STF President Edson Fachin suspended conflicting rulings by two justices over the Federal Police chief, centralizing the matter under the full court.
Lula Government Allocates R$6.6 Billion in Fuel Subsidies, Challenging Fiscal Framework Target
Brazil's President Lula signed an executive order for R$6.6 billion in fuel subsidies, immediately pressuring the zero-deficit target.
Brazil’s ANEEL Launches R$12.9 Billion Transmission Auction, Introducing Grid-Scale Battery Storage
Brazil’s electric energy regulator opened consultation for a R$12.9 billion auction, including the first contract for battery energy storage in the National Interconnected System.
Lula Demands Full Transparency in ‘Caso Master,’ Citing Electoral Impact of Judicial Leaks
President Lula called for the urgent, full declassification of the 'Caso Master' files amid a political crisis at the Supreme Court.
STF President Fachin Centralizes Power to End Deepening Judicial Conflict
Brazil's Supreme Court President moved to depersonalize a severe internal fight by centralizing power ahead of a key Plenary vote.
Lula’s Energy Minister Cited in Failed Plea Deal Over R$20 Million Campaign Fund Allegation
A key minister in the Lula administration, Alexandre Silveira, was cited in a rejected plea deal by ex-Banco Master owner Daniel Vorcaro for R$20 million in illegal funds.
Lula Bypasses Fiscal Rule with R$6.6 Billion Fuel Subsidy, Renewing Brazil Fiscal Concern
President Lula authorized a massive R$6.6 billion extraordinary credit for fuel subsidies, raising concerns about the new fiscal framework.
Business Leaders Warn of ‘Institutional Crisis’ as Brazil’s Supreme Court Clashes Over Federal Police Leadership
Major Brazilian business groups, including CNI and Fiesp, issued a manifesto after an unprecedented STF clash over the Federal Police Director.
Ex-Army Commander Confirms Bolsonaro Proposed Coup Post-2022 Election
Former military chiefs' testimony confirms Jair Bolsonaro presented a decree to reverse the 2022 Brazil election results.
Industry Body Demands Action as Brazil Supreme Court Justices Clash Over Federal Police Chief
The National Confederation of Industry intervened after two Supreme Court justices issued conflicting orders regarding the Federal Police Director-General.
Bolsonaro’s Wife Holds Strong Lead in Brasília Senate Race, While PT Faces High-Stakes Tie in Bahia
New polls show Michelle Bolsonaro's leverage in the capital and an intense gubernatorial battle in Lula's key stronghold.
Brazil’s AGU Challenges STF Minister’s Order Removing Federal Police Director in New Institutional Crisis
The Attorney General's Office asked the Supreme Court President to suspend a minister's order removing the Federal Police chief.