Rio de Janeiro Strengthens Ties with International Investors at Rome Forum
Rio de Janeiro promotes its economic strengths and investment prospects at an international forum in Rome, highlighting opportunities in energy, sustainable projects, and tourism.
- • Rio de Janeiro positions itself as a key gateway for European investors, especially Italians, highlighting sectors like clean energy and sustainable tourism.
- • The state leads Brazil's oil production, accounting for 89%, and projects 4.1% GDP growth in 2024, outperforming the national average.
- • Efforts include modernizing the business environment, expanding public-private partnerships, and fostering innovation with clear rules and fiscal stability.
- • Tourism is thriving with an expected increase to over 2 million international visitors, marking a strong post-pandemic recovery.
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On November 25, 2025, the Rio de Janeiro government reinforced its appeal to international investors during the Lide Forum in Rome by showcasing the state's robust economic potential and strategic business opportunities. Nicola Miccione, Secretary of the Civil House of Rio de Janeiro, emphasized the state's transformation into a competitive and secure investment environment. He highlighted Rio's reopening to global markets with clear regulations, fiscal stability, and legal certainty, underpinned by efforts to modernize the business climate and boost public-private partnerships.
Miccione positioned Rio de Janeiro as an essential gateway for European companies, particularly targeting Italian investors in sectors such as clean energy, urban mobility, sanitation, and sustainable tourism. The government has actively fostered bilateral engagements in partnership with the Italian Consulate and the Italian-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce to enhance economic ties.
Rio de Janeiro boasts a strategic geographic location, a modern port infrastructure, and a strong industrial base that support its ambition to evolve into an international business and innovation hub. The state is the leading energy producer in Brazil, responsible for 89% of the country's oil output and a major natural gas producer. Contributing 11.4% to Brazil's GDP, Rio's economy is growing faster than the national average, with projections of 4.1% GDP growth in 2024.
Tourism in Rio is also experiencing a significant upswing, with over 2 million international visitors expected this year, well above pre-pandemic levels. Miccione encapsulated the message by stating, “Our goal is to show that Rio de Janeiro offers a safe and competitive environment for investors” and underscored, “A strong Rio means a strong Brazil.”
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.