The Brazil China Business Forum, held in Shanghai on 4 November, brought together Brazilian and Chinese officials, businesspeople and investors to discuss business opportunities and economic co-operation. The meeting, attended by a Brazilian delegation visiting China, highlighted efforts to strengthen trade relations with the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais, attract investment and develop new partnerships.

Flávio Roscoe, President of the Federation of Industries of the State of Minas Gerais (FIEMG), highlighted the results of the organisation’s partnership with the state government in building ties with the Chinese market and attracting investment. He called for the initiative to continue, in order to consolidate the institutional and commercial ties developed in recent years.

Minas Gerais Governor Mateus Simões recalled 30 years of partnership with the Chinese province of Jiangsu and described co-operation with China as strategic for the state’s economic development. He highlighted the potential of mining, energy and food production to attract Chinese investment.

Brazil’s Consul-General in Shanghai, Augusto Pestana, also took part in the meeting and highlighted the growth of Brazilian exports to China and the importance of joint action by governments, businesses and educational institutions. He praised FIEMG’s continued presence in China and called for a long-term approach to consolidate the results of international co-operation.

(Source: Sistema FIEMG, 4 November)