The Brazil Institute
@BrazilInst
The Brazil Institute is the only country-specific public policy institution in Washington dedicated to Brazil.
I'm so happy about this project! Embrapa is, in my opinion, the best example Brazil has of an industrial policy—driving innovation, sustainability, and global leadership in agriculture. Excited for what’s ahead!
Great meeting with Alexandre Varella from Embrapa to advance our partnership ahead of COP30! Excited to collaborate on research and discussions on sustainable agriculture and ranching, including at COP30, where the Brazil Institute will host dialogues on climate and conservation…
TODAY @ 5pm in DC Join us on Rooftop for "Books & Cocktails" Series: Author @alexcuadros & Bruna Santos of the @TheWilsonCenter @BrazilInst will join @ZachVertin to discuss new book: “When We Sold God’s Eye” & Brazil past & present. Great Weather!☀️RSVP: bit.ly/3DrXYWo
Join us on April 17 at 1:00 PM for a virtual event exploring Brazil's critical minerals industry. We’ll discuss investment opportunities in critical minerals and renewable energy in Latin America, and the role of the US in clean energy supply chains. wilsoncenter.org/event/brazils-…
🦟🌎 In our latest #WeeklyAsado, @BrydenSandifer dives into the rapid spread of Dengue across Latin America and explores innovative solutions to tackle the crisis. #Dengue #LatinAmerica #GlobalHealth wilsoncenter.org/blog-post/deng…
The debate around “abundance liberalism” — revived in the US by Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson’s new book “Abundance” — is making its way to Brazil. But only in hushed tones. newsletters.brazilian.report/p/brazil-abund…
newsletters.brazilian.report/p/brazil-abund…
Can Brazil create abundance? As the US debates "abundance liberalism," Brazil tiptoes around the same question-still stuck between good intentions and gridlock. We don’t just need to redistribute. We need to build. Faster, and with purpose. My latest to @BrazilianReport below
It was a rich, productive conversation, bringing together former senior officials from the White House and State Department, ambassadors, and leading voices from the private sector.
EVENT | Foreign Policy Project This week, the Brazil Institute hosted a private discussion marking the launch of "U.S.-Brazil Relations: Opportunities for Strategic Convergence," a project led by @hourly_radio, Ricardo Zuniga, @fermagnotta, and Nick Zimmerman. The conversation…
EVENT | Foreign Policy Project This week, the Brazil Institute hosted a private discussion marking the launch of "U.S.-Brazil Relations: Opportunities for Strategic Convergence," a project led by @hourly_radio, Ricardo Zuniga, @fermagnotta, and Nick Zimmerman. The conversation…
📢 Expert Insights on Brazil: The Charges Against Jair Bolsonaro ⚖️ Check out our latest Q&A with Oscar Vilhena, Dean and founding Professor at FGV São Paulo Law School, where he shares his expert analysis on the charges against former President Jair Bolsonaro. With the…
The Brazilian Supreme Court decided today to accept the charges against former president Jair Bolsonaro. Now officially a defendant, he will face a lengthy and complex investigation. Read more about the topic in this Q&A we had last week with Oscar Vilhena, Dean and founding…
[UPCOMING EVENT] Join veteran journalist @alexcuadros, Brazil Institute Director @hourly_radio, and Princeton’s @ZachVertin for a special evening of discussion and thought-provoking insights. Anchored by Cuadros’ new book, When We Sold God’s Eye, we’ll explore the fascinating…
![BrazilInst's tweet image. [UPCOMING EVENT]
Join veteran journalist @alexcuadros, Brazil Institute Director @hourly_radio, and Princeton’s @ZachVertin for a special evening of discussion and thought-provoking insights.
Anchored by Cuadros’ new book, When We Sold God’s Eye, we’ll explore the fascinating…](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GmbPmm3WoAAVs_g.jpg)
Great meeting with Alexandre Varella from Embrapa to advance our partnership ahead of COP30! Excited to collaborate on research and discussions on sustainable agriculture and ranching, including at COP30, where the Brazil Institute will host dialogues on climate and conservation…
@Embrapa’s expertise in agricultural innovation is key to advancing sustainable solutions. As we prepare for COP30, this partnership will help drive meaningful discussions on climate resilience, conservation, and the future of sustainable food systems. More to come!
BOOKS & COCKTAILS: April 1, 5pm: Join us on rooftop at @PrincetonSPIA DC Center w/ Brazil reporter @alexcuadros & Bruna Santos of the @TheWilsonCenter @BrazilInst. They will join @ZachVertin to discuss “When We Sold God’s Eye” & Brazil past & present. bit.ly/3DrXYWo
"A very strong majority of the American GDP is going to continue to follow the decision of the COP," said COP30 President André Corrêa do Lago, highlighting continued commitment to climate action despite the US's withdrawal from the Paris Agreement.
As Brazil prepares to host #COP30 in Belém, Ambassador André Corrêa do Lago shared insights on global climate action and the road to decarbonization in our recent event, The Road to COP30: A Conversation with COP30 President André Corrêa do Lago.
🚨 The US & Mexico Have Reached a Trade Deal! 🟢 During a phone call this morning, the presidents of the US and Mexico agreed to the suspension of tariffs tied to continuous commitments on migration and fentanyl trafficking reduction 📖 Read the @TheWilsonCenter's full analysis
Climate adaptation helps communities cope with rising risks like extreme weather, droughts, and sea-level rise. Without it, food production, infrastructure, and public health suffer.
Last week, we partnered with Instituto Talanoa for the event "Adaptation as a Priority for COP-30," bringing together policymakers and specialists to discuss an agenda that has long been overlooked in climate debates. Watch the event here: youtube.com/watch?v=8_IeJ_…
Last week, we partnered with Instituto Talanoa for the event "Adaptation as a Priority for COP-30," bringing together policymakers and specialists to discuss an agenda that has long been overlooked in climate debates. Watch the event here: youtube.com/watch?v=8_IeJ_…