Lithium Business

The third edition of the Lithium Business event, organized by R2 Valor Público, will take place in the Lithium Valley in the state of Minas Gerais. The event aims to improve the business environment in the Jequitinhonha Valley and support economic development in one of the most underserved regions of the state.

R2 Valor Público is working with several local partners, including:

• municipal governments
• academic institutions
• business associations
• private sector companies

Alongside the event, the Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) in Brazil will organize:

• a technical panel to showcase Canadian expertise in:
  • corporate training
  • responsible business conduct (RBC)
  • Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM) principles
  • critical minerals
• informal meetings with exhibitors at the trade show
• a site visit to Pilbara Minerals

To express your interest in participating at Lithium Business, contact Laura Netto (laura.netto@international.gc.ca) and Nadine Lopes (nadine.lopes@international.gc.ca).

• Gain insights and market intelligence
• Develop a first-hand understanding of the opportunities and challenges of doing business in foreign markets
• Meet key commercial entities, industry players, and potential buyers, investors and/or partners
• Participate in networking events
• Participate in pre-organized business-to-business meetings
• Increase visibility of your product or service
• Receive on-the-ground assistance from the Trade Commissioner Service
• Compare your product/service with international competitors
• Pitch your product /service to selected audiences

• Business-to-business (B2B) matchmaking: The TCS organizes curated B2B meetings, connecting Canadian companies with international partners, investors, and clients to explore new business opportunities.
• Networking opportunities: Join TCS-hosted networking sessions to connect with key industry players, government representatives, and global leaders, fostering collaborations that support international growth.
• Site visits