NI leaders in Brazil to 'forge links'

Published Sunday, 10 March 2013

First Minister Peter Robinson and deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness are in Brazil for a five day visit to develop links between Northern Ireland and one of the world's fastest growing economies.

NI leaders Peter Robinson and Martin McGuinness pictured in Brazil. (© Presseye)

The ministers will promote links through economic development, trade, tourism, the universities and sports while touring São Paulo, Brasilia and Rio de Janeiro.

The trip is part of the leaders' wider international objectives aimed at promoting Northern Ireland in the world's fastest growing economies, which are commonly referred to as the BRIC - Brazil, Russia, India and China.

Mr Robinson said: "Our Programme for Government placed our economy as the key priority. We will leave no stone unturned as we continue to identify new markets and promote Northern Ireland in Brazil.

"Northern Ireland has a lot to offer potential investors with our skilled work force and world class education system. Brazil is a major player on the world stage and I look forward to a very informative and productive visit," the DUP leader added.

Mr McGuinness continued: "As the fifth largest country in the world and a population in excess of 191 million Brazil is a key market for us. We will meet with the Brazilian government, business leaders and universities and avail of every opportunity to promote the north of Ireland.

"The only way to develop international relationships is through face to face meetings. Our presence here demonstrates to the Brazilians that we are committed to exploring mutually beneficial opportunities to grow our economy."

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Ryan in Belfast wrote (72 days ago):

@Lorna in Limavady: You know lorna, your words might sound nice and rosy and all that but yet you expect catholics to tolerate orange order marches? The orange order, for centuries a very VERY anti-catholic organisation (history easily proves this). Lorna, will you tolerate Republican marches and parades then? Because we have them many times during the year but the difference being.

realistic in planet earth wrote (73 days ago):

Rodney and DelBoy...... 'This time next year'.... lmao :)

Hugh in Belfast wrote (73 days ago):

Lorna, as usual your comments only highlight why there is segregation here. 'We should all live together but hey, let us march wherever we want'.Living together means tolerance which from your history of posts shows - you do not have

Patrick in Dorset wrote (73 days ago):

David in Belfast... Why don't you put yourself up for election? Let's see how good you are.

Liam from Limavady in São Paulo, Brazil wrote (73 days ago):

I hope it's not all hot air. Doing business in Brazil means real commitment, follow-up visits, not just loads and loads of e-mails after the first visiting call. You have to show you're serious, that you mean what you say and deliver on that. I'd really love to see this work.

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