Latest news in Brazil? September 22nd, 2026
22-09-2026
On September 22, 2026, the key developments reported in Brazil include:
Critical Minerals Legislation: The federal government enacted a landmark critical minerals regulatory framework. Passed by Congress, the law grants authorities expanded oversight to review mining transactions and foreign acquisitions, aiming to ensure domestic processing and retain industrial value from reserves like rare earths, lithium, and niobium.
Shanghai Metals Market (SMM) NewsDiplomatic Coalition at the UN: Ahead of high-level sessions at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva joined international leaders to launch the “Partners for Multilateralism” initiative, an alliance of middle powers focusing on multilateral cooperation across supply chains, artificial intelligence regulation, and climate initiatives.