Vietnam welcomes Brazil's initiative at COP30 Conference

On the morning of November 3, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Le Cong Thanh received Brazilian Ambassador to Vietnam Marco Farani.

Deputy Minister Le Cong Thanh emphasized that after Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's visit to Brazil in March 2025, the Vietnamese Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has proactively implemented many substantive cooperation activities with relevant Brazilian agencies. Areas such as agriculture, environmental protection and green transformation are not only priorities of the two ministries but also important pillars in the Action Plan to implement the Vietnam - Brazil Strategic Partnership for the period 2025 - 2030.

Deputy Minister Le Cong Thanh introduced representatives of the Ministry's Departments and Divisions attending the meeting. Photo: Linh Linh.

“We welcome the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock to realize the commitment of the leaders of the two countries, contributing to the development of agricultural cooperation commensurate with its potential. The two sides have achieved many positive results in opening agricultural markets, and will continue to create more favorable conditions for people of the two countries to access high-quality agricultural products,” the Deputy Minister emphasized.

Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Le Cong Thanh received Brazilian Ambassador to Vietnam Marco Farani. Photo: Linh Linh.

On the occasion of the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) to be held in Brazil later this year, the Deputy Minister welcomed the global initiatives proposed by the Brazilian Government , including the “Acting Together” Declaration to promote international cooperation on forest protection and climate change response.

Deputy Minister Le Cong Thanh highly appreciated Brazil's pioneering role in calling for the sharing of data, technology and experience in forest fire prevention and control, risk management and post-fire ecosystem restoration, which are growing challenges globally, especially in countries with large forest areas. Vietnam also acknowledged Brazil's efforts in promoting integrated and sustainable forest management, valuing the role of local communities and people, the frontline forces in protecting natural resources.

In addition, the Deputy Minister highly appreciated Brazil's initiative to establish the Climate Change and Trade Integration Forum within the framework of COP30. He said that this is a strategic visionary initiative, reflecting the inevitable trend as countries move towards green development, circular economy, emission reduction and deep economic integration.

Brazil's import of Vietnamese tra, basa and tilapia fish helps the seafood industry expand its market. Photo: VASEP.

According to the Deputy Minister, this Forum will be an important space to connect climate policy with trade, through sharing standards, technology and financial mechanisms to support developing countries, while encouraging businesses to participate more deeply in the global green value chain. “I believe that the Forum will become an effective bridge between international economic and environmental institutions, contributing to promoting the process of transforming the growth model, ensuring harmony between economic and environmental benefits,” he emphasized.

The Vietnamese Ministry of Agriculture and Environment is establishing an interdisciplinary working group to attend COP30 with relevant ministries and sectors, demonstrating Vietnam's commitment to global cooperation on climate and sustainable development.

At the reception, Ambassador Marco Farani presented an invitation letter from the Brazilian Minister of Agriculture and Livestock to the leaders of the Vietnamese Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, inviting them to attend the launching ceremony of an important initiative on the sidelines of COP30.

The Ambassador said that in recent times, the two countries have made much progress in opening up their agricultural markets. Vietnam has opened its market for Brazil to export beef to Vietnam, while Brazil has opened its market for Vietnamese tilapia and tra fish. Currently, two Brazilian companies are allowed to export beef to Vietnam, and the Brazilian side hopes that more qualified companies will be allowed to enter the market.

Brazilian Ambassador to Vietnam Marco Farani. Photo: Linh Linh.

The Ambassador said that expanding the list of Brazilian beef exporting enterprises to Vietnam will help increase competition, diversify supply sources, and bring direct benefits to consumers. He also expressed his wish to receive support from the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment so that procedures can be carried out more smoothly and effectively.

On the side of the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, Deputy Minister Le Cong Thanh acknowledged the proposals and opinions from the Brazilian side. The Deputy Minister assigned the Department of International Cooperation to coordinate with the Ministry's specialized units to continue discussions with the Brazilian side.

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