Latin American, Caribbean Corruption and Hope eyesonsuriname Amsterdam April 1st 2025–In the shadow of lush rainforests and along the banks of murky rivers, another kind of darkness lurks – one created not by nature, but by human hands. Corruption, like a slow-flowing undercurrent, has embedded itself in the foundation of Suriname and its Caribbean sister islands, where…
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An International Banker Born in Suriname in the Global Financial World eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, March 26, 2025 – Maarten Pronk, born in Paramaribo, Suriname, has emerged as one of the most influential bankers on the global stage. His secret lies in the fact that despite his unprecedented financial successes, he has remained relatively unknown. “That brings…
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eyesonbrasil The Dramatic Launch and Sudden Collapse Amsterdam, February 24th, 2025 – In mid-February 2025, Argentine President Javier Milei launched a meme coin called Libra ($LIBRA), promising it would promote economic growth by funding small businesses and startups. The initial excitement was palpable, with the coin reaching a market capitalization of over $4.4 billion within…
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eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, February 17th, 2025 – In a surprising revelation, it has come to light that Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva holds a substantial sum of 249,000,000 Euros at the Vatican Bank. This unexpected connection between the Brazilian leader and the Vatican has sparked curiosity and intrigue, raising questions about the motivations and…
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eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, January 31st, 2025 – In a surprising turn of events, Brazilian entrepreneur Mário Bernardo Garnero is orchestrating a high-profile meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Scheduled for February 17th at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, this meeting promises to be a fascinating blend of diplomacy,…
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eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, January 28th, 2025 – In a significant move to bolster Brazil’s aerospace industry, the Banco Nacional de Desenvolvimento Econômico e Social (BNDES) has approved a financing package worth R$ 2.1 billion for Embraer. This loan will facilitate the export of 16 commercial jets to the North American airline Republic Airways. A Boost for…
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eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, January 19th, 2025 – As the world watches the inauguration of Donald Trump, Brazil finds itself in the throes of a political crisis that has left many of its leading figures on edge. The return of Trump to the presidency has emboldened far-right movements globally, and Brazil is no exception. This article delves…
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eyesonbrasil The New Norms and Their Implications Amsterdam, January 14th, 2025 – In early January 2025, Brazil’s Receita Federal announced a new measure to monitor all Pix payments exceeding 5000 BRL per month. While the government claims this move aims to combat tax evasion and promote transparency, many citizens fear it signals the beginning of…
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Hard times ahead for Brazilian Central Bank eyesonbrasil US dollar expectations in the Brazilian market are beating forecasts having reached R$ 6.30 in December, (from 4.85 in January 2024) making the Brazilian Real one of the largest currencies of emerging countries, as the most devalued during 2024, despite the Central Bank pumping some US$ 17 billion…
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Dilma Rousseff eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, 28 december 2024– Former Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff, who now chairs the BRICS’ New Development Bank (NDB) said Friday after meeting with Uruguay’s President-elect Yamandú Orsi at the latter’s transition headquarters that the South American country was “best positioned” to access financing at lower rates for digital, social infrastructure, and education developments.…
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