Brazil and Vietnam Pursue Preferential Trade Agreement
What happened
During a visit to São Paulo, Vietnam’s ambassador urged Brazilian executives to support negotiations for a preferential trade agreement between Vietnam and Mercosur. The ambassador met with leaders from 12 Brazilian companies, including CSX Holding, Azevedo & Travassos, Etesco, and Monte Carlo, on October 21. The meeting also highlighted rising demand for Vietnamese seafood, shrimp, pangasius, tuna, and processed seafood in Brazil and Latin America.
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Why it matters
The proposed trade agreement aims to improve market access and establish lasting commercial ties between the two nations. Brazilian companies are planning to send delegations to Vietnam in early 2027 to explore joint-venture and investment opportunities.
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Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- VietnamSpeculative
Vietnam might see increased demand for its seafood and fruit exports into Brazil through new supply chain access.
- MercosurSpeculative
Mercosur could see improved market access for its member states if the preferential trade agreement with Vietnam is established.
- JBSSpeculative
JBS could potentially see increased demand for Vietnamese seafood and fruit via its supply chain.