The exchange of knowledge and experience will strengthen ties, says the minister
Until Thursday (25), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is holding the Brazil-Africa seminar: Reviving Partnerships, at the Itamaraty Palace, in Brasilia. The event is part of the Africa Day celebrations on 25 May. In discussion, cooperation for the development of nations, educational exchange, gender equity, entrepreneurship, social inclusion, creative economy, diversity and contemporary international challenges.
At the opening of the meeting, this Monday (22), the president of the Alexandre de Gusmão Foundation, ambassador Marcia Loureiro, highlighted the four axes under discussion: agriculture and food security, creative economy, digitization and education.
Acting Foreign Minister Ambassador Maria Laura da Rocha highlighted the similarities between Brazil and Africa, which present common challenges, comparable opportunities, and also a similar strategy for international integration. “Together with African partners, President Lula’s foreign policy seeks to establish renewed foundations for bilateral and multilateral relations.”
Regarding the current moment, Maria Laura said that the goal is to bring a transformative potential in Brazilian societies and African countries, as well as promote the democratization of the international system, increasing the participation of developing countries in global terms such as the climate, food security and nutrition, peace and security.
According to the ambassador, the African ancestry of the Brazilians and the resumption of priority that Brazil will give to Africa in the current government will allow, at this moment, the exchange of knowledge and experiences to strengthen these relations. “Together, Brazil and the African continent have the ability to boost economic growth and social development, with technological innovation and environmental protection.”
The meeting also recalled the so-called South-South cooperation, promoted by the Brazilian Cooperation Agency (ABC) of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs with the African continent for the exchange of experiences and good practices. “We have a network of 32 basic technical cooperation agreements with African countries and with the African Union itself, which support more than 70 ongoing projects, mainly in the fields of health, agriculture, food and nutrition security, breeding, fishing, education and training”, underlined Maria Laura.
Source: Terra
Rose James is a Gossipify movie and series reviewer known for her in-depth analysis and unique perspective on the latest releases. With a background in film studies, she provides engaging and informative reviews, and keeps readers up to date with industry trends and emerging talents.
