Jorge Macedo

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Attorney At Law

Jorge is a lawyer with hands-on experience across Rio de Janeiro's core justice institutions — the State Public Prosecutor's Office, the Public Defender's Office, and the State Court of Justice. He holds a Law degree from the Universidade Católica de Petrópolis and is currently advancing his expertise through a postgraduate specialization in Public Law at the Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS).

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12 publications

NewsPoliticsJul 6, 2026

U.S. Sanctions PCC Money-Laundering Network; Brazilian Federal Police Says Timing "Damaged" The Operation

Washington's first sanctions against alleged PCC operatives since branding the gang a terrorist organization last May have already reshaped an ongoing Brazilian police investigation — and, according to Brazil's Federal Police, may have let a suspect escape.

NewsPoliticsJun 25, 2026

While Brasília Tears Itself Apart, Brazil Choses To Bet On Itself

Jair Bolsonaro remains behind bars. Eduardo Bolsonaro has been convicted, Flávio struggles to gain traction, and Lula's approval ratings remain volatile. Yet amid Brasília's political turmoil, Brazil is attracting investment, technology, and global interest.

ArticleLifestyleJun 8, 2026

The Art of Finding a Way — What is "Jeitinho" and How It Made Brazil

More than a social trick, the jeitinho brasileiro is the unofficial philosophy of a country that has always found a way through. From Santos-Dumont's flying machines to the electric shower, explore how this uniquely Brazilian art of improvisation shapes everything it touches.

ArticleCo-authorPoliticsJun 4, 2026

U.S. Terrorist Designation of PCC and CV: What It Means for Markets and Brazil-U.S. Relations

From banking 'de-risking' to billion-dollar compliance fines, how Washington's unilateral sanctions are forcing global investors and multinational subsidiaries to reassess Brazilian risk.

OpinionLifestyleMay 28, 2026

Could "Jeitinho Brasileiro" Replace the American Way of Life?

While Havaianas cross European cobblestones and funk echoes through Times Square, becoming a global symbol has never required perfection — only the will to seem like you're trying. The world is already looking to Brazil. It just needs to look back.

ArticlePoliticsMay 24, 2026

Brazil's 6x1 Work Schedule Is Finally Under Fire — Here's How It Compares to The Rest of The World

For decades, millions of Brazilians have lived under a labor arrangement that would be practically unthinkable in most of Europe: the 6x1 schedule, in which workers clock in six consecutive days and rest only one — but that may be about to change.

How-toVisa & ImmigrationMay 8, 2026

How to Get a Brazil Tourist Visa as a U.S. Citizen (2026 Guide)

The mandatory Brazilian e-Visa is now in effect for U.S. travelers. Here is your complete step-by-step guide to the required documents, official fees, and the online application process.

ArticleTradeApr 30, 2026

The EU–Mercosur Deal: Twenty-Five Years in the Making

This article examines the EU–Mercosur trade deal signed in 2026, outlining its long negotiation history, key economic benefits, and geopolitical impact, while exploring uncertainties around its implementation and future effects.

ArticlePoliticsApr 19, 2026

Brazil has potential, but it's been lacking discipline

Irresponsible expenditures, lack of long-term planning, and the deliberate suppression of innovation by entrenched lobbies — these are the forces behind a nation being eaten alive by its own state.

GuideReal EstateApr 18, 2026

Buying Land in Brazil as a Foreigner: Legal Guide (2026)

Can foreigners buy land in Brazil? This guide covers CPF requirements, urban vs. rural rules, MEI limits, INCRA authorizations, and restricted zones all traced to primary Brazilian law.

How-toBanking & FinanceApr 17, 2026

How to Create a Brazilian PIX Account as a Foreigner (Guide 2026)

This guide explains what PIX is, why it matters, and how you can create and use a PIX-enabled account.

How-toLegalApr 16, 2026

How to obtain a CPF as a foreigner in Brazil — Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

Everything foreigners need to know to successfully apply for a Brazilian ID number (CPF) in 2026. Learn why it's important, when you need it, and how to apply online or in person.