eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, July 29th, 2025 – Brazil, once hailed as Latin America’s democratic powerhouse, now finds itself in a precarious position—economically, diplomatically, and reputationally. The erosion of due process and judicial impartiality has triggered a cascade of consequences that extend far beyond courtroom walls. From punitive tariffs to looming sanctions, the cost of abandoning democratic…
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eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, July 29th, 2025 – In a stunning rebuke of Brazil’s judicial system, The Wall Street Journal recently published an editorial defending the release of Filipe Martins, former international affairs advisor to ex-president Jair Bolsonaro. The article accuses Brazil’s Supreme Court—specifically Justice Alexandre de Moraes—of relying on fraudulent U.S. migration records to justify Martins’…
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eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, July 26th, 2025 – In a country where long-distance passenger trains are nearly extinct, the Vitória-Minas Railway (EFVM) stands as a rare gem—an enduring link between Belo Horizonte, the capital of Minas Gerais, and Cariacica, in the metropolitan region of Vitória, Espírito Santo. Stretching over 664 kilometers, this daily train service offers not…
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eyesonbrasil 🥩 The Rise of a Meatpacking Giant Amsterdam, July 25th, 2025 – Once hailed as a titan of Brazil’s agribusiness sector, JBS—one of the world’s largest meatpackers—now finds itself cornered by a geopolitical storm that threatens its very foundation. For years, JBS thrived on robust exports of beef to the United States, feeding American…
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From Fire to Artificial Intelligence eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, 23 July 2025 — The history of technology is essentially the history of human civilization itself. Every major leap forward in our development as a species is closely connected to technological breakthroughs that have fundamentally changed our way of living, working, and thinking. The Roots of Innovation The earliest…
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trade agreement Indonesia eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, July 16th 2025– US President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced a “historic” trade agreement with Indonesia, personally negotiated with President Prabowo Subianto, that significantly alters trade terms between the two nations. Under the new understanding, Indonesia’s tariffs on US imports will be eliminated, while US tariffs on Indonesian goods will be…
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eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, July 15th, 2025 – In a legal drama that spans two continents, the case of Felipe Martins—former international advisor to ex-president Jair Bolsonaro—has evolved into a litmus test for judicial integrity, diplomatic tensions, and the future of Brazil–U.S. relations. ⚖️ The Brazilian Front: A New Chapter Under André Mendonça The appointment of Supreme…
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And Namibia Now Looks to Guyana eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, July 14th 2025– When East Timor became independent in 2002, it faced a major challenge: how to manage its vast offshore oil and gas reserves without falling into the familiar traps of corruption, waste, and inequality. The country’s leaders made an unusual move. Instead of turning to former…
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Suriname and the Future of the Global South By Anton JieSamFoek eyesonsuriname In The Future of History, political philosopher Francis Fukuyama raises a pivotal question: Can societies achieve prosperity and democracy without first building a strong, legitimate state? This question strikes at the heart of the challenges facing many nations in the Global South—Suriname among them. Suriname…
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eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, July 11th, 2025 – As Brazil grapples with the challenge of modernizing its public safety systems, one state continues to defy national averages and sets an impressive standard for the rest of the country. Santa Catarina, nestled in the country’s south, is often celebrated for its breathtaking coastline and strong industrial base—but increasingly,…
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