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In brief In a context of increasing trade barriers to Brazilian exports, especially the additional tariffs imposed by the United States (US Reciprocal Tariffs) that include Brazilian exports, in addition to environmental restrictions on the export of Brazilian products by the European Union and other countries (such as the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and […]

In a nutshell The International Maritime Organization (IMO), a body linked to the UN, has concluded a global agreement that aims to reduce the intensity of greenhouse gas emissions from the maritime transport system every year, starting in 2028, establishing a pricing system, credits and fines in the event of non-compliance. In more detail On […]

In brief On April 7, 2025, PGFN/MF Ordinance 721/2025 was published, offering new opportunities for settling debts registered as active federal debt. The ordinance is particularly significant for large taxpayers, as it enables them to negotiate debts under more favorable conditions. This process is not tied to the company’s financial health (CAPAG), but rather considers […]

In brief State Decree No. 51.355/2025 was published, regulating, within the scope of the State of Amazonas, the administrative infractions, penalties and precautionary measures applicable to conduct and activities harmful to the environment. In more detail On March 13, 2025, State Decree No. 51.355/2025 was published, regulating administrative infractions, penalties and precautionary measures applicable to […]

In brief On 18 March 2025, the federal government presented Bill No. 1,087 (“PL 1.087/25“) to the National Congress. PL 1.087/25 aims to (i) reduce the personal income tax (IRPF) to zero for those earning up to BRL 5,000 per month; (ii) offer a discount on the IRPF for those earning up to BRL 7,000 […]

In more detail The recent updates to Normative Rule No. 1 (“NR-1”), established by Ordinance MTE No. 1,419, of August 27th, 2024, will come into effect on May 26, 2025, and it is crucial that companies are prepared to adapt to the new requirements. In more detail One of the most important changes was the […]

In brief Under the terms of the resolutions issued by the Brazilian Central Bank (“BACEN“), certain companies based in Brazil that receive Foreign Direct Investment (“FDI“) or have Brazilian Capitals Abroad (“BCA“’) must submit five-yearly, annual and/or quarterly declarations to the BACEN. It should be noted that companies that are obliged to declare and fail […]

In brief Companies can now access the “Portal Emprega Brasil” to fill out the Declaration of Equal Pay and Remuneration Criteria for the first half of 2025, which must be completed by February 28, 2025. In accordance with the current regulations on the subject (Decree No. 11.795/2023, Ordinance No. 3.714/2023 and Normative Instruction No. 6/2024), […]

In brief Law No. 15,097, enacted on January 10, 2025 (the “Law”), regulates the exploitation of offshore energy resources in Brazil. It sets guidelines for utilizing federal property in offshore power generation projects, incorporating these activities into Brazil’s National Energy Policy.  Even though important matters still need regulation, as noted below, the Law sets the […]