Brazil Summit 2023 | FT Live | 10 May 2023 | NY

Historically high prices for commodities are benefiting Brazil’s exports of minerals, beef, soy and iron ore and the country is likely to boost its share in global trade. Nearshoring is also on the rise as global supply chains are being reconfigured. On top of this, the private sector is playing an active role in Brazil’s decarbonisation strategy, with ambitious carbon capture and storage, green hydrogen and low-carbon biofuels projects being announced in recent months.

• What is next for Brazil’s economic trajectory and how can the country be best positioned in the current uncertain economic and geopolitical context?
• What solutions can Brazil offer to food security and supply chain challenges?
• As the world moves towards greener, cleaner, and more inclusive economies, how can Brazil lead and benefit from this transition?
• What role is the private sector set to play as a driver of sustainable and equitable economic growth?

Join the 2023 summit to discuss Brazil’s economic and business environment, the opportunities to unlock the country’s enormous potential, its place in global affairs and the latest trade and investment trends.

Key agenda themes will include:

• Macroeconomic scenarios, political and institutional outlook
What has changed? Policy priorities under a new Government.

• Brazil on the global stage
Geo-politics is changing the dynamics of Brazil’s positioning. Successfully navigating (and benefiting from) US-China trade tensions. Reconfiguration of global supply chains.

• The push for the environmental and social agenda
Role and commitments of the private sector (not only mitigation but adaptation).

• Amazon Rainforest
Commitments/opportunities for environmental conservation, the bioeconomy, sustainable infrastructure investments. Role of the financial sector and innovative financing mechanisms. Carbon markets.

• Agri-food systems in Brazil
Critical role in ensuring global food security. Sector transformation to meet environmental, climate, and social challenges. Investment opportunities.

• Infrastructure
Which areas of infrastructure does Brazil most need to invest in? Roads, railways, energy, water, sewage or other segments? Opportunities in Green energy and sustainable infrastructure. Auctions, concessions and regulatory reforms underway.

• Green Hydrogen/Green Tech/Carbon capture
Leveraging Brazil’s natural resources and capabilities to benefit from emerging investment opportunities.