Petrobras, the Brazilian Oil Company, Announced on Thursday (04/13) That Marcelo Ramos, Former Federal Deputy of the Social Democratic Party (PSD), Will Be the New Responsible for the Company’s Institutional Relations in Brasília.
Ramos, who left the Chamber of Deputies in 2022, announced the new position through his social media, with a photo alongside the President of Petrobras, Jean Paul Prates.
Ramos expressed gratitude for the opportunity to take on the role of Institutional Relations of the Company and stated that he will fulfill his duties with ethics, hard work, and by aiming to deliver results for Petrobras and for the country. Before taking on this position, Ramos had announced that he would return to law, but the opportunity to work at Petrobras arose, and he accepted the challenge.
Ramos’ Background and Petrobras
Marcelo Ramos served his first term as a federal deputy from 2019 to 2022, even being the vice president of the Chamber, but was not re-elected. Before his political career, Ramos was a lawyer and served as president of the Council for the Defense of Human Rights in Manaus. He also served as a national justice counselor and was a member of the National Council for Criminal and Penitentiary Policy.
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Petrobras is a publicly traded company controlled by the federal government of Brazil, operating in the sectors of exploration, production, refining, transportation, and distribution of oil, natural gas, and their derivatives. The company is responsible for a significant share of oil production in Brazil and employs thousands of people.
The choice of Marcelo Ramos as the new head of institutional relations at Petrobras is an important step for the company, as the position involves dealing with the government and various sectors of society. Ramos has experience addressing political and social issues, which may be an asset for his performance in the company.
Challenges Facing Petrobras
Petrobras has faced several challenges in recent years, including the decline in oil prices, Brazil’s economic crisis, the COVID-19 pandemic, and corruption scandals. The company had to adapt to these changes by implementing cost-cutting policies, selling assets, and focusing on strategic areas.
Additionally, Petrobras has also been criticized for its pricing policy, which involves frequent adjustments to fuel prices according to fluctuations in the international market. This has led to dissatisfaction among truck drivers and consumers in general, who have faced frequent increases in fuel prices.

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