Nioaque Launches Development Plan for Small Businesses as CNC and IUB Strengthen Parliamentary Advocacy

Two significant initiatives are underway to bolster Brazil's business environment. In Nioaque, Mato Grosso do Sul, the Municipal Development Plan (PDM) was launched on January 28, 2026, focusing on supporting local commerce and small businesses to stimulate entrepreneurship and economic growth. With over 880 small businesses and a population of 13,300, the plan aims to enhance income generation through collaborative efforts involving Sebrae/MS, the State Government, and the City Hall. Key actions include supporting family agriculture, promoting indigenous and quilombola communities, and developing paleontological tourism. Mayor André Guimarães highlighted the importance of empowering small entrepreneurs to increase employment and income.

Meanwhile, the National Confederation of Commerce (CNC) and the United Brazil Institute (IUB) convened in Brasília on September 30 to reinforce their partnership within the Mixed Parliamentary Front for the Business Environment. Their strategic alignment seeks to prioritize issues important to the productive sector, encompassing commerce, services, and tourism. They outlined six thematic focus areas for advocacy, including macroeconomics and infrastructure, and emphasized the need for continuous legislative engagement amid the challenges and opportunities posed by the 2026 elections. CNC's approach includes strengthening local federations and expanding parliamentarian involvement to ensure informed decision-making that protects the business sector.

Together, these efforts reflect a multi-layered strategy combining local development and national advocacy to strengthen Brazil's business environment and support sustainable economic progress.