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Business Mission in the US Will Include Discussion on Data Centers and Rare Earth Minerals, Says CNI. Agenda Organized by the National Confederation of Industry Will Have Meetings in Washington to Expand Dialogue and Seek Exceptions to US Tariffs.
The business mission in the US will include discussion on data centers and rare earth minerals, announced the National Confederation of Industry (CNI) in a statement to Estadão. The meeting will take place in Washington on September 3 and 4, and will involve entrepreneurs, government representatives, and sector entities.
The goal is to deepen strategic partnerships with the United States, particularly in areas such as clean energy, technology, and critical inputs. The agenda also aims to address the effects of the 50% tariff imposed on Brazilian exports, advocating for greater access to commercial exceptions.
What Is on the Agenda for the Business Mission in the US
According to CNI President Ricardo Alban, the business mission in the US will include discussion on data centers and rare earth minerals as central points for the future of the Brazilian industry. Additionally, the delegation will present proposals for the production of synthetic aviation fuel (SAF), increasing the use of ethanol, and projects related to the energy transition.
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According to CNI, rare earth minerals are seen as strategic, as they can position Brazil as a global supplier of critical inputs for batteries, semiconductors, and cutting-edge technologies. The establishment of new data centers in Brazil will also be discussed, with the aim of attracting investment and reducing digital infrastructure costs.
Who Participates and What Is the Expected Impact
The business mission in the US will include discussion on data centers and rare earth minerals in a series of meetings with law firms, lobbying groups, leaders from the US Chamber of Commerce, and US government authorities. Although names have yet to be confirmed, the expectation is for meetings with representatives from the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR).
The agenda also includes a plenary meeting with Brazilian and American entrepreneurs, as well as participation in a public hearing at the USTR. The strategy is to sway Washington with concrete proposals of mutual interest to accelerate negotiations and increase the number of exported products with reduced tariffs.
Economic Context and Industrial Policy
The business mission in the US will include discussion on data centers and rare earth minerals amid a package of measures aimed at mitigating the effects of the tariff. According to CNI, the proposals presented reinforce the need to align Brazilian industrial policies with global strategic themes.
The entity argues that the R$ 9.5 billion outside the fiscal framework should be reintegrated into the rule to strengthen economic credibility. For the Vice President and Minister of Development, Geraldo Alckmin, who participated in the construction of the agenda, the speed of approving compensation measures will be decisive to reduce impacts on inflation and competitiveness.
The Importance of Minerals and Digital Infrastructure
Experts highlight that the business mission in the US will include discussion on data centers and rare earth minerals because both sectors are considered crucial for the future of the global economy. While minerals may ensure strategic independence from countries like China, data centers are the foundation of digitalization and the growth of artificial intelligence.
In this context, Brazil seeks to present itself as a reliable partner, capable of meeting energy and mineral demands, while also offering a favorable environment for technological infrastructure. For the industry, this represents a chance to reposition the country on the international stage.
The business mission in the US will include discussion on data centers and rare earth minerals at a time when Brazil needs to balance competitiveness, economic diplomacy, and sustainability. The expectation is that the agenda in Washington will create space for long-term agreements and help reduce trade tensions.
Do you believe that this mission can truly reposition Brazil in strategic sectors or will it just be another diplomatic gesture? Share your opinion in the comments — we want to hear from those who experience this impact in practice.
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