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Event

“Beijing-Brasília Effect” webinar

In this webinar, international high-level experts will explore how Brazil and China can scale up their collaboration on sustainable trade. 

15 April 2026 at 13:00 CEST

ending at 14:30 CEST

Online only

Together with policy experts, government representatives, civil society leaders, and academics, we will discuss how deeper cooperation between the two countries can serve as a powerful proof of concept – the “Beijing–Brasília Effect” – inspiring broader South–South partnerships for a more sustainable global economy.

Confirmed speakers include:

  • André Aquino, Leader, China – World Bank Global Knowledge Center on Ecosystems Transitions
  • André Vasconcelos, Global Engagement Lead, Trase
  • Daniel Motta, Latam Sustainability Manager at COFCO International
  • Simone Bauch, Head of the Special Advisory Office for Economics and Environment, Brazil
  • Dr. Wang Yi, Professor at Chinese Academy of Science and Member Permanent Committee of NPC
  • Dr. Zhu Chunquan, Director, Nature-Positive Research Centre

Moderator:

  • Isabel Nepstad – Chief Executive Officer, BellaTerra Consulting

The webinar is hosted by Trase – Intelligence for sustainable trade and the Tropical Forest Alliance.

How to attend

Registration is required to join the webinar, which will be held online via Zoom. The session will take place at 1:00 pm CEST, 7:00 pm China time, and 8:00 am Brasília time.

The webinar will be held in English with simultaneous interpretation in Portuguese and Chinese.

Key takeaways will be available one week after the event via Trase – Intelligence for sustainable trade.

Register now

For more information, please contact:

Chris West

Co-Director of Trase, SEI

SEI York

Ylva Rylander
Ylva Rylander

Trase Communications Lead, SEI

SEI Headquarters