Brazil Signs Agreement to Enhance Trade Defense and Discuss Work Hour Reductions
DEFENSE
Brazil's acting president Geraldo Alckmin signed a cooperation agreement with FIESP to combat unfair trade practices. FIESP's Paulo Skaf requested to postpone discussions on reducing the 6x1 work schedule until 2027 due to the election year. Alckmin emphasized a global trend toward reduced working hours and signed protocols to improve trade defense and regulatory environments, aiming to boost competitiveness and reduce bureaucracy in Brazil.

Feb 26, 2026, 10:42 AM