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Secretary-General of ASEAN meets with President of Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation

Secretary-General of ASEAN Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, on 19 August 2026, held a bilateral meeting with Dr. Silvia Maria Fonseca Silveira Massruhá, President of Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (Embrapa), in Brasília, on the margins of his Working Visit to Brazil. Both sides discussed ways to f The post Secretary-General of ASEAN meets with the President of Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation appeared first on ASEAN Main Portal .

Source: ASEAN Secretariat · August 20, 2026 at 2:37 AM · AI-assisted report

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ASEAN, Brazil Strengthen Agricultural Ties with High-Level Meeting

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KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 19 (Reuters) – Secretary-General of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Dr. Kao Kim Hourn met with Dr. Silvia Maria Fonseca Silveira Massruhá, President of Brazil’s Agricultural Research Corporation (Embrapa), in Brasília on Tuesday to discuss potential collaborations in agriculture and food security.

The meeting, held on the sidelines of Dr. Kao’s working visit to Brazil, underscores growing interest in strengthening ties between ASEAN and Latin America’s largest economy. While details of the discussions were not disclosed, agricultural cooperation has been a key focus area for both regions amid global food supply challenges.

Malaysia’s Market Reaction Expected to Be Limited Analysts in Malaysia said the meeting is unlikely to have an immediate impact on local markets, as both ASEAN and Brazil remain focused on long-term partnerships rather than short-term trade shifts. The palm oil and rubber sectors, which are key exports for both regions, may see indirect benefits if joint research initiatives are announced.

Details Not Yet Available The ASEAN Secretariat did not provide further specifics on the agenda or potential outcomes of the meeting. Embrapa, Brazil’s leading agricultural research agency, is known for its expertise in tropical agriculture, which could complement ASEAN’s efforts in sustainable farming and food security.

Outlook Remains Positive for Agricultural Collaboration Trade between ASEAN and Brazil has been expanding, with agricultural products being a major component. If concrete agreements are reached, sectors such as palm oil, soybeans, and biofuels could see enhanced cooperation. Further updates are expected in the coming months as discussions progress.

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