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1️⃣ Victory in Minnesota: Democrat wins majority-defining special election 🎉 Last week, Democrat Doron Clark won his special election for a seat in the incredibly competitive Minnesota Senate – one of the six state legislative chambers where control hinges only a single seat. This election was a must-win for keeping Democrats in control → 2️⃣ Victory in Iowa: DLCC Spotlight candidate flips critical senate seat 🎉 DLCC Spotlight Candidate Mike Zimmer pulled off an upset victory in Iowa Senate District 35, marking the first state legislative flip of the cycle and a significant victory for Democrats in the first month of the new year → 🔦 Spotlight: DLCC announces Delaware Spotlight candidates The DLCC announced two Spotlight candidates in Delaware facing special elections on February 15th to defend Democratic power. These strong candidates are working to bolster the Democratic firewall in the states to block the GOP’s dangerous agenda. Read more about the candidates here → 🌎 Climate Crisis: State legislatures combat climate change Following Trump’s withdrawal from the Paris Climate Accord, state legislatures nationwide are taking up the fight against the climate crisis. In legislative sessions, Democrats have demonstrated they are ready for the challenge ahead and will fight to keep making progress. Check out how state Dems are fighting back here → 🫏 Join the fight: Become an Official DLCC Member If you’re looking for a way to take back your agency against the GOP power surge and help chart the path forward, we hope you’ll join our team by becoming a DLCC member. Join our team today → 🗳️ Upcoming elections: Democrats work to build progressive power State Democrats are facing over a dozen special elections in the coming months. With the stakes higher than ever for state legislatures, we’re calling on grassroots Dems to invest in our movement and help power our candidates to victory →

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Brazil Trade, Business & Innovation Newsletter -January 2025 News

Brazil Receives Top Recognition for Sustainable Finance at LatinFinance Awards Brazil was honored with the prestigious Sustainable Sovereign Issuer of the Year award at LatinFinance's Deals of the Year Awards ceremony, held on January 30th in New York City. Ambassador Adalnio Senna Ganem, Consul General of Brazil in New York, represented Minister of Finance Fernando Haddad at the event and accepted the award on behalf of the Brazilian government. The recognition bestowed by LatinFinance highlights Brazil's leadership in sustainable finance and its commitment to environmental and social responsibility. The award specifically acknowledges Brazil's groundbreaking sustainable bond issuance, which has set new standards for sovereign sustainable financing in the region. At the gala dinner, which brought together 300 distinguished guests including top financiers, investors, finance officials, and corporate executives from across the Americas, Ambassador Ganem spoke about Brazil's engagement with sustainable development. In his acceptance speech, he highlighted the country's initiatives in crucial areas such as combating deforestation, biodiversity conservation, renewable energy development, and social inclusion. He also emphasized that these initiatives are more than mere policies—they represent Brazil's vision for a greener and more equitable world. This recognition reinforces Brazil's position as a leader in sustainable finance and demonstrates the international community's confidence in the country's commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. It also highlights the success of Brazil's innovative approach to incorporating sustainability into its sovereign debt strategy, setting a precedent for other nations in the region and beyond. Ambassador André Côrrea do Lago is Appointed as President of COP 30 COP 30 will take place in the city of Belém in November of this year. The location itself is an important statement as Belém is a major city that is located in the Brazilian Amazon, being the first time that an event on climate change takes place in the Amazon Region.   This is a great opportunity for Brazil to showcase and reitarate its commitment towards negotiations on climate change and global sustainability. The event will also allow the country to demonstrate its efforts and innovations in areas such as renewable energy, biofuels and low-carbon agriculture. COP 30 will be led by Ambassador André Côrrea do Lago, who is the Secretary for Climate, Energy and Environment for the Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Itamaraty). Brazilian Delegations Participate in NRF Big Show 2025 Two prominent Brazilian business delegations attended the National Retail Federation's Big Show in New York from January 12-14, 2024. The annual event, recognized as the world's largest retail trade show, attracts global industry leaders and innovators. SEBRAE-RJ, the Rio de Janeiro branch of the Brazilian Support Service for Micro and Small Enterprises, and Fecomércio-RJ, the Rio de Janeiro Federation of Commerce, led a delegation comprising high-level representatives from various sectors. Prior to the main event, the delegation participated in a kick-off meeting at the Consulate General of Brazil in New York on January 10. Additionally, Ambassador Adalnio Ganem, Consul General of Brazil, held a separate meeting with SEBRAE and Fecomércio leadership on January 13. The Federation of Commerce of the State of Pernambuco (Fecomércio-PE) organized a second Brazilian delegation, which included representatives from key state agencies such as SEBRAE and the National Commercial Apprenticeship Service (SENAC). Following the trade show, this group visited the Consulate General on January 15. During their visit, they received a comprehensive briefing from the Consulate's Trade Promotion Department (SECOM) about their services and business opportunities in the New York region, along with presentations from additional guest speakers. World Drought Atlas Published with the Collaboration of the Brazilian Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation The European Commission's Joint Research Center, with support from the United Nations, presented the 'World Drought Atlas' last December, during the COP16 on Desertification held in Saudi Arabia. The document is a result of collaboration on drought issues between the JRC, the United Nations and the Brazilian Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation. At the regional level, the JRC has also published a technical report entitled 'Drought in the Amazon basin November 2023', which includes contributions from Brazilian scientists of the National Center for Monitoring and Alerts for Natural Disasters (CEMADEN). Both documents are valuable resources for strengthening cooperation and promoting resilience actions in face of drought, in addition to encouraging scientific research and innovation. Brazilian Energy Forum Event Will Take Place in Rio De Janeiro on February 4 The Brazilian Institute of Oil and Gas (IBP), the Brazilian Association of Industrial Engineering (ABEMI), the Brazilian Association of the Machinery and Equipment Industry (ABIMAQ) and the Federation of Industries of the State of Rio de Janeiro (FIRJAN) invite anchor companies in the Oil, Gas and Energy industry and suppliers  for the Brazil Energy Forum, for a downstream business round with the aim of promoting business meetings that encourage business. The event will take place on February 4, 2025, at FIRJAN Headquarters. Discover the priority investments and megaprojects of Petrobras' 2025-2029 Business Plan and participate in the business round that will connect contractors, suppliers and strategic partners in the market. To register please click here Gamescom Latam Trade Show Will Take Place in São Paulo in April/May 2025 Gamescom Latam 2025 will take place in São Paulo from April 30 - May 5 at the Anhembi Convention Center. Early-Bird Business tickets are already available. For more information on how to get tickets click here. The 2024 edition of Gamescom Latam was a great success! The biggest gaming companies in the world, renowned professionals, media representatives and creators participated in the event last year. It also platformed Latin American games and developers, as the event showcased over 100 titles developed by Latin American studios for the public to test. Please watch a recap of last year’s Gamescom Latam and the expectations for the 2025 edition by clicking here International Conference of “Climate Informatics” to take place in Rio de Janeiro The 14th edition of the International Conference on “ Climate Informatics” will take place in Rio de Janeiro between April 28 and April 30. This event is being organized by researchers at IBM Brazil alongside with Fundação Getúlio Vargas. The next edition of the event will count with participants not only from Brazil but also from the United States and Europe.   Please find more information here. Calling Brazilian Scientists and Researchers to Participate in Consulate’s “Brasil com Ciência” Project Opportunity to all Brazilian Scientists and Researchers in the States of New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania! The Consulate General of Brazil in New York has been running a virtual series highlighting the research work of Brazilians scientists living in the United States in these three US states. This is the “Brasil com Ciência” (Brazil with Science) initiative, which consists of videos of the participants showing personal and academic trajectories, as well as their current projects. These videos are then uploaded to Social Media profiles managed by the Consulate General. If you are interested in participating please send an e-mail to sectec.novayork@itamaraty.gov.br. You can watch some of the previous episodes at the following link here.

Copyright (C) 2025 Trade Bureau Consulate-General of Brazil NY. All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Our mailing address is: Trade Bureau Consulate-General of Brazil NY 220 East 42nd Street, 26th floor New York, NY 10017-5806 Tribute to Robert Y. Stebbings, J.D. (1942–2025) On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce, we regretfully inform you of the passing, on January 5, 2025 at the age of 82, of Robert “Bob” Stebbings, longtime Chamber affiliate and supporter, and former Board member.   Born on February 11, 1942, Mr. Stebbings earned a BA from Stanford University, a JD from Columbia University, and an MBA.  He was an accomplished lawyer with expertise in international business and Latin America markets – and was active for decades with both Brazilian clients and international clients with business in Brazil.  He applied his extensive knowledge at numerous law firms including Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP; Rogers & Wells LLP (now Clifford Chance LLP), where he served as Chairman of the Latin America Practice Group; and smaller international firms.  Among his professional achievements, he helped establish Petrobras’ IPO on the New York Stock Exchange.  He also dedicated time to pro bono endeavors, including for the Business Council for International Understanding, where he served as General Counsel and Executive Committee member.   Mr. Stebbings was a guest lecturer at Universidad de Buenos Aires, Argentina (1972-74).  He authored numerous publications, including on international trade law and trade developments affecting Brazil, as well as financial resources for Brazilian companies.  He was a member of the New York State Bar Association, the State Bar of California, the American Bar Association, and the American Foreign Law Association – and spoke English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese.   Mr. Stebbings’ dedication to the Chamber strengthened ties between Brazil and the United States and furthered the Chamber’s mission of promoting trade and investment between the two nations.   Mr. Stebbings is survived by his son, Matias Stebbings, and his grandsons, Vicente Stebbings and Andrés Stebbings.   Chamber members and friends who wish to join a virtual celebration of Robert Stebbings’ life can reach out to David Barnes (barnesconsult@gmail.com), Matias Stebbings (mstebbings@gmail.com), and Donald Nicholson (drntwo@gmail.com). Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce 485 Madison Avenue, Suite 401 New York, NY 10022 P: (212) 751-4691  F: (212) 751-7692 E-mail: info@brazilcham.com www.brazilcham.com