Panel Discussion
31.03.2026
15:00 Uhr (MESZ)
18:00 Uhr (MESZ)













We were pleased to co-organize, together with the Embassy of Brazil in Berlin, a panel discussion entitled “Brazil: A Strategic Partnership for Germany in Times of Geopolitical Uncertainty” on 31 March 2026.
Held at the Embassy of Brazil in Berlin, the event brought together representatives from the Embassy of Brazil and the German Institute for Global and Area Studies . In light of mounting pressure on multilateral frameworks and the ongoing reconfiguration of global supply chains, the discussion underscored the substantial common ground shared by Brazil and Germany, including democratic resilience, complementary economic strengths, and a joint commitment to international law.
The panel provided a platform to examine how both countries can further strengthen their strategic partnership and contribute as a stabilizing force in an increasingly uncertain geopolitical environment.
3:00 p.m. | Opening Remarks H.E. Ambassador Rodrigo Baena Soares Dr. Merike Blofield (GIGA)
3:30 p.m. | Panel 1 “The Strength of Brazilian–German Economic Ties: Mercosur–EU Agreement, Hannover Messe and Trade Diversification” (followed by a Q&A session)
Speakers: Dr. Samuel Siewers (GIGA) Dr. Ursina Krumpholz (BMWE, Head of the Latin America Division) Dr. Detlef Nolte (GIGA) H.E. Ambassador Rodrigo Baena Soares
Moderator: Uta Knott (BDI, Director for Latin America)
4:30 p.m. | Panel 2 “The Long-Term Bonds between Brazil and Germany and the Latin American Political Context: Democracy, Environment, Security and Multilateralism” (followed by a Q&A session)
Speakers: Dr. Malu Gatto (University College London) Jesús Renzullo (GIGA) Dr. Tomás Marques (GIGA) Janaina Maldonado (GIGA)
Moderator: Dr. Christian von Soest (GIGA)
5:30 p.m. | Networking
Embassy of Brazil in Berlin, Wallstraße 57, 10179 Berlin, Embassy of Brazil in Berlin
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