In 2023, Brazil set a new record in exports, reaching $339.7 billion. This achievement highlights the country’s economic growth. China, with its high demand for commodities, played a key role in this success. Brazil’s exports to China accounted for 30.7% of its total exports. This is a significant increase compared to a decade ago when […]
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