Why are Brazil and Germany strong partners in the energy transition?
How can we foster innovation in industrial manufacturing?
What role do geopolitical developments play?

These questions were at the heart of the discussions. Around 750 participants from business, politics and academia gathered on the SENAI CIMATEC campus, creating an ideal platform for exchange and fresh ideas.

Participants included Minister Rui Costa, State Secretary Márcio Elias Rosa, Parliamentary State Secretary Gitta Connemann and State Secretary Martina Englhardt-Kopf, among others. They reaffirmed their clear commitment to the ratification of the EU-Mercosur Agreement.

CNI President Ricardo Alban and Michael Heinz highlighted the opportunities offered by joint projects. Renewable energy, decarbonisation, digitalisation, security, raw materials and agriculture were key areas of focus. By combining high-tech expertise, resources and know-how, both countries stand to benefit, paving the way for a sustainable international partnership.

We look forward to the next German-Brazilian Economic Meeting, taking place from April 20 to 21, 2026, at HANNOVER MESSE.