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Ibama authorizes Petrobras to drill new wells in the Foz do Amazonas

Ibama has granted Petrobras permission for explorations in the Foz do Amazonas Basin, as revealed by documents.

4 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Brazilian Institute of Environment and Renewable Natural Resources (Ibama) has authorized Petrobras to drill three more exploratory wells in the Foz do Amazonas Basin. This information was disclosed in documents seen by the news agency Reuters.

The authorization comes weeks after Petrobras announced the discovery of oil at the Morpho well, a development celebrated by Lula as a significant advancement for both the company and the country.

Operations in the region have sparked debates over environmental impacts and the exploitation of natural resources. However, Ibama's decision reflects the continuation of Petrobras's activities in the area.

The Foz do Amazonas Basin is considered a region rich in biodiversity, and its mining operations require strict oversight from environmental authorities.

In recent months, Petrobras has focused on expanding its activities in oil and gas exploration, particularly in regions potentially rich in resources.

Environmental regulation in Brazil is under constant evaluation, and Ibama's decision to allow new drilling may indicate the current policies in effect.

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