From November 18–20, the Vietnam Cotton and Spinning Association (VCOSA) collaborated with ABRAPA (Brazilian Cotton Growers Association), ANEA (Brazilian Cotton Shippers Association), and ApexBrasil (Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency) to successfully organize the Cotton Brazil Outlook 2024 event in three cities: Hanoi, Hue, and Ho Chi Minh City.
The event coincided with the 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Brazil, 17 years of their Comprehensive Partnership, and the recent elevation of their relationship to Strategic Partnership. Brazil is Vietnam’s largest trading partner in Latin America and the second-largest in the Americas. Vietnam, in turn, is Brazil’s leading partner in ASEAN. Notably, Brazil is Vietnam’s largest cotton supplier, with 216,767 tons worth USD 443.1 million imported in the first five months of this year, a 159% increase in volume and 112% increase in value compared to the same period in 2023.
The event was honored by the presence of H.E. Marco Farani, Ambassador of Brazil to Vietnam; Mr. Alexandre Pedro Schenkel, Chairman of ABRAPA; Mr. Miguel Faus, Chairman of ANEA; Mr. Nguyen An Toan, Chairman of VCOSA; Mr. Trinh Tan Hoang, Vice Chairman of VCOSA; senior leaders from the Brazilian cotton industry from ABRAPA, ANEA, and ApexBrasil; distinguished guests; representatives from the global cotton-textile supply chain; and Vietnamese spinning enterprises.
Ambassador Marco Farani, Ambassador of Brazil to Vietnam, delivered a speech at the event.
Mr. Alexandre Pedro Schenkel, Chairman of ABRAPA, opened the event and participated in the panel discussion.
Mr. Miguel Faus, Chairman of ANEA, shared insights on ANEA’s operations.
Mr. Nguyen An Toan, Chairman of VCOSA, delivered an opening speech at the Cotton Brazil Outlook 2024 event in Hanoi.
Mr. Trinh Tan Hoang, Vice Chairman of VCOSA, delivered an opening speech at the Cotton Brazil Outlook 2024 event in Ho Chi Minh City.
November 18 (Hanoi):
In the morning, a closed meeting was held between the Brazilian delegation, the Brazilian Embassy, VCOSA representatives, and Mr. Cao Huu Hieu, CEO of Vinatex.
In the afternoon, the Brazilian delegation, supported by VCOSA, visited Tra Ly Yarn Joint Stock Company in Hung Yen.
In the evening, the main event of Cotton Brazil Outlook 2024 was held in a warm and welcoming atmosphere, attended by numerous domestic and international enterprises in the spinning and textile sectors in Northern Vietnam.
November 19 (Hue):
The delegation continued its journey in Central Vietnam, visiting Vinatex Phu Hung JSC.
A networking lunch followed, gathering representatives from the cotton-fiber-yarn-textile supply chain and spinning enterprises in the Central region.
November 20 (Ho Chi Minh City):
In the morning, the Brazilian delegation and VCOSA representatives visited Phu Hoang Yarn JSC and were warmly welcomed by the company’s leadership.
In the evening, the final leg of the Cotton Brazil Outlook 2024 event was held at the New World Saigon Hotel with the participation of numerous businesses in the cotton-fiber-yarn-textile supply chain in Southern Vietnam.
VCOSA sincerely thanks the Brazilian Embassy in Vietnam, ABRAPA, ANEA, and ApexBrasil for their effective collaboration and support throughout the Cotton Brazil Outlook 2024 event. The association looks forward to fostering stronger partnerships and welcoming the Brazilian delegation to future VCOSA programs and events.
On behalf of the Organizing Committee, we extend our heartfelt thanks to all delegates, distinguished guests, representatives of spinning and textile enterprises across Vietnam, international participants, and related organizations for taking the time to join Cotton Brazil Outlook 2024. We are confident that the valuable insights shared will help Vietnamese enterprises better understand the Brazilian cotton market and promote trade between Vietnam’s textile industry and one of the world’s leading cotton suppliers.
We look forward to welcoming you again!
Sincerely,
VCOSA
