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Belgian Economic Mission to Brazil

2201/12/24

A Belgian princely mission will be organised in Brazil from 22 November to 1 December under the presidency of Her Royal Highness Princess Astrid. Join hub.brussels’ delegation in Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro for an economic program to explore this growing economy.

About

This is a national multisectoral mission organised by the Belgian Foreign Trade Agency in close colaboration with hub.brussels, AWEX, FIT, and the FPS Foreign Affairs.

Brazil, the largest country in Latin America, is currently the 9th largest economy in the world with over 200 million inhabitants. Much more than an emerging power, it is now an essential partner in terms of agricultural products, minerals, or renewable energies. With a notable return to the international stage, Brazil presents significant opportunities for Belgian companies, particularly with the ambitious investment and ecological transformation plans outlined by the government.

On the agenda are meetings and official receptions with local communities and authorities, company visits, sector-specific seminars, as well as informational sessions and networking.

Simultaneously, our economic and commercial advisor on site will help companies establish potential contacts in Brazil. Participating companies will be invited to communicate their information and requirements in advance.

Focus on the following sectors

  • Sustainable industry: Chemistry, Pharmaceuticals, and Life Sciences broadly defined
  • Construction and infrastructure, Engineering, Architecture, and Sustainable Buildings
  • Energy, environment, and Cleantech
  • Financial services, Fintech
  • Digital technologies
  • Agro-industry
  • Tourism and Leisure including Cultural and Creative Industries

Program

23/11 Departure from Brussels

23/11 Arrival in São Paulo

27/11 Arrival in Rio de Janeiro

29/11 End of the mission

30/11 Return flight to Brussels

01/12 Arrival in Brussels

Practical info

The missions organised by hub.brussels are open to businesses based in Brussels that wish to internationalise. Businesses must meet the following criterion:

  • Engaged in the production of goods or services in Brussels and/or developing a significant contribution to the Brussels economy (including the tourism sector).

Price

  • €100 for SMEs
  • €500 for other companies

Mission flights

INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT: SN BRUSSELS AIRLINES + LUFTHANSA

DOMESTIC FLIGHT: LATAM AIRLINES

Mission hotels

SÃO PAUL: TIVOLI MOFARREJ SÃO PAULO HOTEL* ou RENAISSANCE HOTEL (back-up)

RIO DE JANEIRO: FAIRMONT RIO DE JANEIRO COPACABANA

The link for flight and hotel reservations via the BCD Travel agency will be sent to you after confirmation of your registration.

Please note that the number of rooms/seats on flights is <strong>limited</strong>, so we advise you not to wait too long to make your reservations.

If you wish to travel on the above-mentioned flights and stay in the hotels suggested for the mission, we will arrange for your transportation between the airport and the hotel (round trip).

Subsidies

The participants can once again benefit from financial support from the Region. Check the conditions on the Brussels Economy and Employment website.

Any questions? Just ask Eline!

Eline Faoro
Area Manager Americas
M.:+32 479 45 79 13

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Registrations open until 30 July 2024