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1 – 10 of 31After four years of rising deforestation and international criticism, the new government is showing a strong commitment to environmental issues. Leading activists Marina Silva and…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB275464
ISSN: 2633-304X
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During last month’s UN General Assembly, President Jair Bolsonaro unsuccessfully argued that his government was controlling deforestation in the Amazon region. Reports indicate…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB265043
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Tens of thousands of farmers and indigenous people have taken part in demonstrations since May 30 in protest at the government's economic policies. At least three people are…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB211638
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Bolsonaro's claims have further increased global concerns about the future of the Amazon rainforest, and international ire over his suggestion that NGOs were seeking revenge…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB245963
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In Amazonia, deforestation increased by 25% year-on-year in the first half of 2020. The situation has led large institutional investors, corporations and foreign governments to…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB256215
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Brazil's agricultural sector.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB251246
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This builds on efforts by former presidents Rafael Correa (2007-17) and Lenin Moreno (2017-21) to develop the sector. Liberal economic reforms under Lasso have fostered…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB267954
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Agricultural challenges.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB231950
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So far this year, gold sales to India have seen that country displace Brazil as Bolivia’s most important commercial partner. While providing employment for workers in the sector…
In Europe, environmentalist groups and farmers oppose the deal and have growing support among governments and in the European Parliament, in particular as a result of Brazil’s…