Standing here, observe the Consulate General of the United Arab Emirates in São Paulo. It warmly welcomes UAE citizens residents and visitors in Brazil. The consulate supports their consular needs. It also promotes strong relations between the UAE and Brazil.
Diplomatic ties between Brazil and the UAE started in 1974. Brazil opened its Abu Dhabi embassy in 1978. The UAE established its Brasília embassy in 1991. It was their first embassy in Latin America.
In March 2017, the UAE’s Foreign Affairs Minister inaugurated the Consulate General of the United Arab Emirates’ new building. It stands as a symbol of growing cooperation.
Since 2000, relations have grown rapidly in both economic and political areas. This growth is due to increased official visits. In 2013, then Vice President Michel Temer visited the UAE. Emirati Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited Brazil several times. The UAE Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum visited in 2014.
These political developments led to deeper economic ties. Since 2008, the UAE has been Brazil’s second-largest Middle Eastern trading partner.
Brazil and the UAE’s economies complement each other. There’s potential for cooperation in trade and investment. APEX-Brazil has an office in Dubai. In 2018, bilateral trade reached $2.59 billion.
Many agreements have strengthened Brazil-UAE relations. These include agreements on double taxation and visa waivers.
Numerous visits mark the timeline of Brazil-UAE relations. In 2019, the Brazilian President visited the UAE. Also in 2019, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited Brasília.
In 2018, Brazil and the UAE signed a convention on tax evasion. The first Brazil-UAE Political Consultations meeting occurred in Abu Dhabi. Senator Fernando Collor visited the UAE.
In 2017, Minister Raul Jungmann visited the UAE. Brazil approved the Emirati military attach\u00e9 post in Brasília. The UAE agreed to defense attach\u00e9 posts in Abu Dhabi. Minister Blairo Maggi visited Dubai. Minister Mohammed Ahmad Al Bowardi visited Brazil. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited Brasília and São Paulo. He attended the opening of the Consulate General of the United Arab Emirates. Minister Ricardo Barros attended the “World Government Summit” in Dubai.
In 2016, an Emirati military delegation visited Brazil. They toured Brazilian defense industry facilities.
In 2015, Minister Kátia Abreu visited the UAE. She met with ADIA Sovereign Fund authorities. Minister Rashid bin Fahad visited Rio de Janeiro.
In 2014, Minister Neri Geller visited the UAE. He attended the BRF plant inauguration. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum officially visited Brasília. An agreement on Defense Cooperation was signed. A sports cooperation agreement was signed in Abu Dhabi.
In 2013, Marcelo Neri attended the World Economic Forum in Abu Dhabi. Vice President Michel Temer visited the UAE. The UAE Minister of Economy Sultan al Mansouri visited São Paulo.
In 2012, the second Brazil-UAE Joint Committee meeting was in Abu Dhabi. Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed al Nahyan visited Brasília.
In 2011, the first Brazil-UAE Joint Committee met in Brasília.
In 2010, Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan attended the Mercosur Summit. Minister Miguel Jorge visited Abu Dhabi. Minister Nelson Jobim visited the UAE.
In 2009, Sheikh Abdallah Bin Zayed al Nahyan visited Brazil.
In 2008, the Brazil-UAE Parliamentary Friendship Group formed.
In 2007, Emirates Airline launched direct Dubai-São Paulo flights.
In 2005, Sheikh Rashid Abdullah Al Nuaimi attended the ASPA Summit in Brasília.
In 2003, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva visited the UAE.
In 2000, Ambassador Osmar Chohfi visited the UAE.
In 1991, the UAE opened its Brasília embassy.
In 1988, an agreement on economic cooperation was signed.
In 1978, Brazil set up its Abu Dhabi embassy.
In 1974, Brazil-UAE diplomatic relations began.
The Consulate General of the United Arab Emirates stands as a testament to a thriving partnership. It highlights a commitment to strong ties between Brazil and the UAE for years to come.