The aviation sector plays a vital role in BRICS countries by enhancing connectivity, driving economic growth, and supporting trade, tourism, and regional integration. The working group is expected to address challenges and drive innovation in the aviation sector by increasing connectivity between nations, aiming to contribute to sustainable growth and foster the exchange of best practices and technical expertise.
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José Serrador Neto
Chair
José Serrador Neto
Chair
Aviation
Global VP of Institutional Relations, Embraer
José Serrador is Vice President of Institutional Relations of Embraer S/A. In this role, he is dedicated to support Embraer global businesses, in all public policy and international trade policy agendas.
Serrador joined Embraer in 2000 and is currently responsible for the company's global institutional engagement and for trade policy matters with international economic organizations, such as the WTO, OECD, the BRICS countries. Furthermore, he represents Embraer in various business associations, councils and think tanks, in Brazil and abroad.
José Serrador Neto holds a bachelor’s degree in production engineering from PUC-RJ and a postgraduate degree in International Trade Law and Economics from FGV-SP. His professional career also included positions as Government Relations at Xerox in Brazil, Arthur Andersen Business Consulting, and several publications on International Trade.
In 2008, Serrador was appointed Brazilian representative at the Global Leadership Seminar by the University of Georgetown (Washington, D.C.) and awarded with the Order of Aeronautical Merit by the Brazilian Air Force (2013, Brasilia), the Order of Barão de Mauá by the Government of Brazil (2018, Brasília) and the Order of Rio Branco by Brazil´s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (2021, Brasília). Since 2021, Serrador is the President of the Brazilian Section of the Brazil - US Business Council.
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Who can participate in the BRICS Business Forum
business leaders, government officials, representatives of international organizations, and experts from across the BRICS countries and partner countries.
Is there a registration fee?
Participation in the BRICS Business Forum is free of charge.
Is it possible to request an invitation letter for visa purposes?
Yes, our team is able to provide an invitation letter. Please send an e-mail titled Visa Invitation Letter – BRICS Business Forum 2025 to bricsbrazil@cni.com.br
What is the official language of the event? Will there be translation?
The official language of the BRICS Business Forum is English. During the event there will be simultaneous translation for Russian, Mandarin, Portuguese, and Arabic.
What are the hotel recommendations?
Please click here to access the hotel recommendations.
I would like to arrange my trip, who can I speak with to make reservations?
Please contact the travel agency below if you would like assistance with arranging your trip:
Fredtour Viagens e Turismo
Phone Number: +55 31 3313-1788
Ms. Marcella Gomes - marcella@fredtour.com.br
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