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In 1807, the Portuguese Prince Regent ordered the transfer of the Portuguese Royal Court to Brazil in anticipation of an invasion of the Iberian Peninsula by Napoleon Bonaparte’s army. Since the Royal Court arrived in Brazil, the Brazilian ports have been open to friendly nations, which led to the establishment of the first, national, Brazilian insurers. Reinsurance was provided by foreign companies until 1939 when the then President of the Republic, Getúlio Vargas, created the Brazilian Reinsurance Institute (IRB) to protect the income generated within the country.
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Throughout the last few months, Advanta has been actively involved in training activities and other industry events.
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In the course of the last few years, Advanta has worked profusely to extend its Office Network, opening new offices and partnering with other specialised technical adjusters across the world.
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It’s summer in Europe and a few weeks ago I was basking in the glorious Italian sunshine, toying with a very chilled glass of local wine, reminiscing with friends and enjoying the wonderful scenery when suddenly and without warning I felt a severe and concentrated burning pain in my hand: the wine glass was acting as a magnifying glass; OUCH! I quickly moved my hand and thankfully Bacchus, recognising a devotee, ensured that not a single drop was spilled.
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