Arab Companies showcases products at So Paulo Supermarket Association Fair
The Arab-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce (ABCC) has helped with the involvement of Arab companies at the Apas Fair held by the So Paulo Supermarket Association (Apas) from May 2 to 5, 2016 at Expo Center Norte, So Paulo. Leading companies from the UAE, Jordan, and Tunisia are participating in the occasion and showcasing their items in the ABCC stand which extend 98 square meters on the exposition's white structure
The stand showcases a variety of commodities from numerous companies to offer a sample of popular Arabic products. Three Tunisian business are represented as well as the Agricultural Investment Promotion Agency (Apia). Delegates from eight Jordanian companies are likewise present at the stand, while an intermediary policeman from Dubai Exports, the emirate's export promotion firm, are representing 15 local companies.
Dr. Michel Alaby, Secretary General and CEO, Arab-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce, said, "We are delighted to take part in the 2016 edition of the Apas Fair which is one of the leading export and import platforms. The Fair is widely sought after and drew 138 worldwide exhibitors and invited 494 foreign visitors from 56 different nations in 2015.
The companies' participation is mostly focused on showcasing their products and specializeds in Brazil such as olive oil, dates and spices to throw the spotlight on very popular products throughout the area and draw in prospective buyers. In addition, the Arab enterprises will be offering products such as chocolates, rice, cakes, sweet, drinks and camel's milk. They will likewise provide plastics for packaging, a/c systems, and perfumes.
The import of olive oil from Arab countries by Brazilian business has actually increased more than 600 per cent in 2014 to 2015, according to statistics from the Ministry of Development, Industry and Foreign Trade (MDIC) and ABCC. The nation that exported the most olive oil to Brazil was Tunisia. In 2014, the nation offered USD 104,000 for Brazil. In 2015, that figure jumped to USD 1 million.
As part of the delegation's program of activities during their visit to Brazil, Arab executives will likewise pay a visit to the cereal wholesale center near So Paulo's Municipal Market to talk business with olive oil and date importers. Participating Jordanian companies will also look for potential providers and partners in line with their efforts to import goods and items in the near future.
