São Paulo – A group of 10 Brazilian startups will go on a mission to the United Arab Emirates in October. Applications are open until this Wednesday (4) for companies interested in participating in the initiative, organized by the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (Apex-Brasil) and the Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in partnership with the Arab Brazilian Chamber of Commerce (ABCC) and Dubai Chamber.
According to information released by Apex-Brasil, the goal is to take representatives of startups with the potential to open operations in the Arab country to the UAE. The preference is for companies operating in the renewable and clean energy, transport, technology, education, health, water, space, agriculture, livestock, and fishery sectors.
The schedule will include participation in Gitex Future Stars, the largest startup event in the Middle East. The mission will occur from October 17 to 22, and the Gitex show takes place within that period. The mission’s agenda will include preparatory seminars, technical visits, and participation in the show, including conferences, company pitch sessions, and exhibitions. Gitex welcomes everything from startups to technology giants presenting innovations.
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According to information published by Apex-Brasil, the event is an opportunity to interact with influential leaders and decision-makers in the sector. Million-dollar deals and technology partnerships are often announced in Gitex editions (pictured above, the 2020 show). The event receives over 100,000 professionals from 140 countries.
The startups selected for the Brazilian mission will be able to have online international pitch training, virtual preparation for the trip, on-site travel schedule, visit the Expo 2020 Dubai world’s fair, two credentials for Gitex Future Stars, round trip tickets, and accommodation for one startup representative in Dubai. More information can be found in the regulations issued by Apex-Brasil.
Quick facts:
Brazilian Startup mission to the Middle East
From October 17 to 22, 2021
Open for applications until August 4, 2021
Regulations here
Applications here
Translated by Elúsio Brasileiro
