eyesonindonesia Welcoming New Nations: The BRICS Expansion The BRICS alliance, originally comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, has announced a significant expansion. Six new countries—Argentina, Egypt, Iran, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates—will join the bloc starting January 1, 2024.This expansion reflects the growing influence and appeal of BRICS as a…
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the eyesproject Amsterdam, 11 september 2024– According to the Brazilian News Agency Agencia Brasil, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva announced the intention to create a National Climate Authority. The new agency’s mission would be to deal with extreme natural phenomena. Lula made these remarks in Manaus before dozens of environmental experts, as 61 of…
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eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, September 8, 2024 – Last Saturday, Avenida Paulista was the scene of a large demonstration called by former president Jair Bolsonaro. The event, attended by thousands of people, harshly criticized STF Minister Alexandre de Moraes and highlighted the strength of the Brazilian people in their quest for transformation. The Voice of the People…
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byLiz Kimbrough A larger portion of the Amazonian region might be under protection or potentially conserved than official records indicate, according to a new study published in the journal One Earth. A team of international researchers found that more than 40% of land across the nine Amazonian countries is under some form of conservation management, significantly higher than…
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eyesonindonesia Introduction Bio-inputs, which include technologies based on microbiomes or microorganisms, hold immense promise for sustainable agriculture in South America. These alternatives aim to reduce reliance on fossil-based inputs while enhancing productivity and environmental sustainability. In this article, we explore the adoption of bio-inputs in Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay, highlighting challenges and opportunities. The Promise…
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and Common Sense eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, 19 june 2024– Suraya Jiawan-Nanan, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Haukes Construction Company in Suriname, is urging local businesses to elevate their standards to meet international requirements as the country prepares for a surge in its oil industry. Jiawan-Nanan, at the recent Suriname Energy Oil and Gas Summit, emphasized that achieving…
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eyesonindonesia Guyana plans to contract a survey to gather data in support of offshore exploration and future bid rounds. The Ministry of Natural Resources published a June 5 request for expressions of interest from “reputable and experienced” firms to conduct a 3D multi-client seismic survey offshore Guyana. The new notice said the objective of the…
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eyesonindonesia Brazil’s Minister of Mines and Energy, Alexandre Silveira, commended Guyana for how well it has attracted investment in its oil sector, a June 3 report by CNN Brazil said. “Guyana has advanced very quickly in this geological region [the Equatorial Margin], which it shares with Brazil. This demonstrates unequivocally that Guyana has merit in…
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Economic Development Suriname may take off eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, June 5th 2024– According to TotalEnergies, an agreement was concluded between Staatsolie NV of Suriname and the French Oil and Gas company on the field development area, maximizing the value for Suriname and the Block 58 co-venturers over the 25 years Production Period. In addition, the hull for…
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Dr. Edivando Vitor do Couto To comprehend the gravity and urgency of the climate crisis, it is essential to distinguish between the terms “climate crisis” and “climate change.” Climate change refers to long-term alterations in the Earth’s climate patterns, including variations in temperature, precipitation, and other meteorological phenomena over decades or centuries. This process is…
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