Temer, Putin sign deals on bilateral trade
Temer said that Brazil and Russia are well aware of their roles on the international stage
The Brazilian and Russian governments signed deals aimed at cutting red tape and bolstering trade ties between the two countries, as well as economic cooperation, investment and dialog. The agreements were inked today (Jun 21).
In his address in Moscow, President Michel Temer pledged to bring Mercosur and the Eurasian Economic Union closer together after Brazil becomes head of the South-American bloc, later this year.
Temer further said that Brazil and Russia are well aware of their roles on the international stage, which is why they have forged joint initiatives both with the G20—the world's top 20 economies—and BRICS—formed by Brazil, Russia, India, and South Africa.
“President Putin and I held talks on global issues. We share the understanding that international institutions should be more representative and efficient. We exchanged views about some of the key topics on the agenda for world peace and safety,” Temer reported.
With regards to bilateral trade, the Brazilian president noted that, in the first five months this year, the commercial exchange between Brazil and Russia boosted 40% from the same period last year. “There's still room for more investment,” he added.
Norway
President Temer is to travel to Norway today, where the talks will focus on environment.
Thus far, Norway has transferred to the Amazon Fund, administered by the National Economic and Social Development Bank (BNDES), $2.8 billion for environment protection projects. Today, 89 initiatives aimed at fighting deforestation, land regulation, as well as the management of indigenous territories. Norway is also Brazil's eighth biggest investor, with a prominent role in the energy sector.
Meetings have been scheduled with King Harald V, Prime Minister Erna Solberg, and parliament head Olemic Thommessen.
Translated by Fabrício Ferreira
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