Petrobras x ICMBio: Petrobras and ICMBio signed an environmental deal to modernize access to Rio’s Tijuca National Park and Christ the Redeemer, including replacing four escalators and adding two inclined elevators; work starts in August and should finish by May 2027, with BRL 15 million invested by Petrobras and visitor numbers to be reduced during construction. Cross-border security & mobility: Brazil and France suspended visa requirements for Brazilians traveling to French Guiana from July 31, tied to a border public-security plan against organized crime and aimed at boosting regular movement and regional development. Medical tech in Brazil: Butterfly Network expanded availability of its handheld ultrasound devices in Brazil via authorized partners, targeting faster imaging access in hospitals and underserved rural areas. Steel trade friction: Brazil criticized new EU steel import restrictions, saying they cut access to the bloc and don’t solve global excess capacity, warning it could trigger further trade defense moves. Mercosur trade easing: Mercosur doubled the validity of authorizations that temporarily cut import duties to zero when goods are not made in the bloc or supply is short, reducing bureaucracy for manufacturers. Data centers next wave: A new report says colocation demand is shifting beyond mature hubs toward markets like Jakarta, Chennai, Osaka, Warsaw, Zurich, and Salt Lake City—relevant for Brazil’s own infrastructure planning. Aviation & industry: Embraer completed steps around its EZ Air stake and Praetor 500E certifications, signaling continued momentum in aerospace services and aircraft operations.