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Kemp, State Delegation to Travel to South America to ‘Promote Economic Development Opportunities’
The Georgia Virtue
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August 25, 2025
This is a press release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp. Governor Brian Kemp announced Monday that he and First Lady Marty Kemp will lead an international mission this week to promote economic development opportunities for business leaders...
Third World, Flesh-Eating Parasite Confirmed in US, Arrived from Central America in Human Host
The Western Journal
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August 25, 2025
Even the name is grisly — but the behavior is even worse. The parasite known as the New World screwworm, a type of fly larva that feeds on living flesh and can be fatal to its victims, has been confirmed as infecting a human in the United States,...
First travel-related screwworm case confirmed by CDC after Central America trip
Fox News
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Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel shares his perspective on whether the mosquito-borne virus in China will spread to the United States and how AI can be detrimental to children's and young adults' mental health on 'Fox Report.'...
Brazil welcomes Tinubu with full military honours
Daily Post
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August 25, 2025
The Brazilian military accorded President Bola Tinubu full military honours upon his arrival in South America. The welcoming ceremony was organised by the President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Tinubu arrived in Brazil on Monday to begin...
Venezuela: Turkish Investors to Take Over State-Owned Sugar Mills Under ‘Strategic Alliances’
Venezuelanalysis
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August 25, 2025
Faced with crippling sanctions, the Maduro government has pursued flexible arrangements with national and foreign businesses. (Archive) Caracas, August 25, 2025 (venezuelanalysis.com) – The Venezuelan government is partnering with Turkish...
Brazil bird flu outbreak: World's largest chicken exporter faces suspension from Europe, China, other countries
The Economic Times
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August 25, 2025
An outbreak of bird flu in Brazil, the world's largest chicken exporter, prompted countries to implement trade restrictions in an effort to prevent the spread of the virus after the first case was confirmed on a commercial farm in May. Brazil...
Mexico’s GDP expands 0.6% quarter-over-quarter in Q2, slightly below estimates
Mexico News Daily
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August 25, 2025
The Mexican economy grew 0.6% in the second quarter of 2025 compared to the previous three-month period and 1.2% in annual terms, the national statistics agency INEGI reported. The final, seasonally adjusted data published by INEGI on Friday shows...
Agricultural Fair 2025: Piglets, rides, and joy
Martha's Vineyard Times - Massachusetts
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August 25, 2025
A fan gets a selfie with a cow at the Ag Fair. —Luke DiOrio Photography A food truck selling vegan options at the fair. —Luke DiOrio Photography Frozen treats for sale. —Luke DiOrio Photography A fair-goer caught in focus on a popular ride. —Luke...
Kemp headed to South America for trade mission
Mainstreet News - Georgia
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Gov. Brian Kemp will lead a trade mission to Brazil and Argentina this week. The governor and First Lady Marty Kemp will join representatives from the state departments of Economic Development and Agriculture and the Georgia Ports Authority in...
First U.S. Human Screwworm Case Linked To Central America Travel Confirmed In Maryland
The Bay Net - Maryland
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August 25, 2025
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed on Aug. 4 the first human case of New World screwworm in the United States in decades, involving a Maryland resident who had recently traveled to Central America. Federal...
Kemp meets South American companies operating or building in Georgia
Savannah Now - Georgia
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Georgia Governor Brian Kemp is leading a trade mission to Brazil and Argentina. Georgia exported $748 million to Brazil and $120 million to Argentina last year. The trip also marks the 30th anniversary of Georgia's trade office in Brazil. Gov....
"Brazilian melon season shows good prospects"
Fresh Plaza
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August 25, 2025
Carl Gottmann (CGH) starts Brazilian melon season This week, the first Brazilian melons for Carl Gottmann arrived at the port of Rotterdam. "With weekly arrivals of both watermelons and yellow melons, in several varieties, the season, which runs...
Tariff escalations trigger another decline in US farm exports to China
Investigate Midwest
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August 25, 2025
The tariff wars waged by President Trump’s two administrations have reshaped U.S. agricultural trade with China. The first trade war, in 2018 and 2019, opened the door for South American countries to gain market share in soybean and corn sales to...
Tinubu signs direct flight, other agreements with Brazil
Punch
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August 25, 2025
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed a landmark Bilateral Air Service Agreement with Brazil, signalling the establishment of direct air links between Nigeria and South America’s largest economy. The agreement was formalised on Monday during...
Tinubu, Keyamo sign BASA agreement with Brazil
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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August 25, 2025
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, alongside Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development Festus Keyamo, has signed a Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) with the Federative Republic of Brazil. The President, who is on a 2-day working visit to the...
President Tinubu Signs Direct Flight, Other Agreements With Brazil
The Nigerian Voice
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed a landmark Bilateral Air Service Agreement with Brazil, signalling the establishment of direct air links between Nigeria and South America’s largest economy. The agreement was formalised on Monday during...
Tinubu signs air service agreement with Brazil
The Sun Nigeria
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August 25, 2025
From Sola Ojo, Abuja President Bola Tinubu on Monday began a two-day state visit to Brazil with the signing of a landmark Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) between Nigeria and the South American nation. The agreement, signed in Brasília by...
Thailand, Argentina strengthen economic ties
Bangkok Post
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August 25, 2025
PUBLISHED : 26 Aug 2025 at 04:11 Thailand is pursuing enhanced trade and investment opportunities in Argentina, particularly when it comes to exports of automotive and auto parts, food and consumer products. Pornvit Silaon, deputy director-general...
Tinubu, Lula da Silva Seal Strategic Pacts To Deepen Nigeria–Brazil Ties
TVC News Nigeria
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August 25, 2025
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of Brazil have witnessed the signing of landmark agreements and Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) designed to strengthen bilateral relations across diplomacy, aviation, science,...
Shrimp downturn drags on Argentina’s seafood trade, even as squid sales surge
Undercurrent News
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August 25, 2025
Argentina’s seafood exports presented a mixed picture in June and the first half of 2025, as booming squid sales contrasted with a sharp decline in shrimp and softer hake demand, according to figures from the ministry of agriculture, livestock and...