On March 13, 2026, Casa Firjan in Rio de Janeiro hosted the Brazil–China New Era Forum – Cooperation and Innovation, an initiative that brought together representatives from government, the business sector, academia, innovation ecosystems, and institutional leaders to discuss concrete opportunities for closer ties between Brazil and China.
With institutional support from the Brazil-China Creative Economy Institute (IECBC), the Forum reinforced the importance of building permanent bridges between the two countries, promoting a qualified environment for dialogue, articulation, and formulation of proposals in strategic areas for bilateral development.
**Event numbers**
Throughout the day, the meeting featured 5 thematic panels, 30 panelists, and the participation of 205 people, establishing itself as a highly relevant agenda item in the Brazil-China relations calendar in Rio de Janeiro.
**Concrete results**
Among the event's results, the signing of 2 agreements and the generation of dozens of implementation suggestions stand out, demonstrating the Forum's propositional character and its vocation for producing concrete outcomes.
**IECBC's role**
IECBC, as an institutional supporter, recognizes the value of initiatives that expand exchange between Brazil and China and contribute to transforming diplomatic affinity into practical cooperation.
**Multi-sector articulation**
The Forum also demonstrated the strength of a multi-sector articulation committed to results, bringing together different visions and competencies around a common agenda. The Brazil–China New Era Forum closes its first edition with the perception that there is space, demand, and institutional maturity for the initiative's continuity.
