Indigenous organizations, Brazilian congressmen and NGOs were united at the 21st session of the Conference of the Parties (COP21), which took place in Paris of 2015, to condemn a list of actions conducted by both, the Brazilian Federal Executive and Legislative Power, that jeopardize the indigenous rights.
A better Amazon road network for people and the environment
In the next 5 y, more than 10 thousand kilometers of roads will be built or improved in the Amazon. Well-designed projects can increase employment opportunities, reduce transport costs, and support regional development. However, roads will also drive...