Tanzania and Brazil have agreed to deepen diplomatic and development cooperation following the Second Political Consultations Meeting held in Brasília, Brazil on April 15, 2026.
The Tanzanian delegation was led by the Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Dr. Ngwaru Maghembe (MP), while the Brazilian side was led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sobral Duerte Carlos Sergio Sobral Duerte.
The meeting reviewed progress in bilateral relations and agreed on practical steps to expand cooperation in key sectors including education, agriculture, trade, investment, tourism, and diplomacy.
Both sides agreed on the importance of continued high-level exchanges between leaders of Tanzania and Brazil to strengthen mutual understanding and advance cooperation at both bilateral and international levels.
In education, Brazil confirmed its commitment to continue offering scholarships to Tanzanian students.
The scholarships are expected to support training in various fields, including science, technology, agriculture, and innovation, aimed at building skills for national development.
Agriculture and livestock development were also identified as priority areas of cooperation. Tanzania and Brazil agreed to strengthen collaboration in modern farming techniques, agricultural technology, and livestock production systems to improve productivity and support food security.
The two countries further agreed to work on expanding economic cooperation by increasing trade, investment, and tourism flows.
Both sides acknowledged that there is significant potential for growth in business exchanges and committed to improving opportunities for exporters, investors, and tourism stakeholders in both countries.
They also agreed to finalize pending draft agreements in different sectors to allow smooth implementation of joint initiatives and faster execution of agreed programs.
In addition, Tanzania and Brazil exchanged views on regional and global issues, including ongoing conflicts around the world and the need for reforms in global governance systems such as the United Nations Security Council.
Both countries reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening international cooperation and promoting peace, stability, and fair representation in global decision-making systems.
The meeting is expected to further strengthen practical cooperation between Tanzania and Brazil, with a focus on delivering tangible benefits to citizens through education opportunities, improved agriculture, and expanded economic relations.
