Rio de Janeiro: The United Arab Emirates and Brazil have issued a joint statement on the occasion of the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Rio de Janeiro. The statement outlines the commitment of both countries to deepen their strategic partnership, exploring new opportunities for cooperation in areas such as innovation, renewable energy, and climate change.
According to Emirates News Agency, the meeting between His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, and His Excellency Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, President of Brazil, marked the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations. The leaders reaffirmed their dedication to strengthening bilateral relations and commended the recent Memorandum of Understanding on Government Experience Exchange in Development and Modernization.
The UAE and Brazil signed agreements to promote investments and joint cooperation in Africa, recognizing the potential for shared prosperity and progress. The UAE expressed appreciation fo
r Brazil’s Provisional Measure N° 1262, which paves the way for increased UAE investments in Brazil. The countries discussed the ongoing negotiations between the UAE and MERCOSUR to finalize a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, which could enhance trade and investment ties.
Both nations emphasized their commitment to peace and coexistence, rejecting intolerance and extremism. They highlighted the importance of international law and peaceful resolution of disputes. The UAE commended Brazil’s G20 Presidency and expressed support for the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty.
The statement also detailed the UAE and Brazil’s cooperation in addressing global challenges, including climate change. The nations committed to advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and supporting the COP28 and COP29 Presidencies. They recognized the importance of environmentally sound technologies and clean energy transitions.
The UAE and Brazil expressed concern over international conflicts and rei
terated calls for peace, particularly in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon. They emphasized the need for international cooperation and humanitarian aid. The statement concluded with a commitment to strengthening defense and security cooperation, encouraging cultural exchange, and celebrating the enduring friendship between the UAE and Brazil.