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Geraldo Alckmin, Brazil's acting president, signed a cooperation agreement with FIESP on February 23 to strengthen trade practices. FIESP president Paulo Skaf proposed postponing discussions on the 6x1 work schedule until 2027, citing election year challenges.

Alckmin acknowledged a global trend toward reduced working hours. The signed agreements include a trade defense protocol to promote fair trade and a regulatory protocol to reduce bureaucracy and enhance competitiveness. Proposed measures involve a dumping margin calculator and expanding digital public services.