The Sweden–Brazil Strategic Partnership, established in 2009, entered a new phase in 2026 as the two countries celebrated 200 years of diplomatic relations and adopted an updated Action Plan for expanded bilateral cooperation.

Building on a long-standing collaboration in innovation, science, technology, trade, and sustainable development, the renewed partnership reinforces a shared commitment to democracy, human rights, the rule of law, multilateralism, free trade, and the green transition. Structured cooperation in innovation began in 2015 with the first High-Level Group on Aeronautics (HLG) meeting and was further strengthened in 2016 through the launch of the Steering Group on Innovation (SGI).

The SGI framework continues to focus on four priority areas: bioeconomy, life sciences and health, sustainable cities, and sustainable mining and green metallurgy. The broader Strategic Partnership also promotes collaboration in research and higher education, trade and investment, defence and aeronautics, climate action, sustainable development, and cultural exchange.

The partnership is coordinated by the Swedish Ministry of Climate and Enterprise (KN), with support from the Office of Science and Innovation (OSI Brasília) and the Brazilian Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MCTI), involving government agencies such as Vinnova, Finep, and Embrapii, along with academia, research institutes, industry and public sector stakeholders. The Sweden–Brazil Innovation Week 2026 (SBIW 2026) is organized by Team Sweden Brazil, led by the Embassy of Sweden and OSI Brasília, in collaboration with Business Sweden, Swedcham, CISB, and the Honorary Consulates of Sweden, with special involvement in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.

SBIW 2026 serves as a strategic platform for dialogue, innovation, and bilateral collaboration, contributing to the shared objectives of the renewed Sweden–Brazil Strategic Partnership.

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200 Years of Sweden–Brazil Relations

In 2026, Sweden and Brazil celebrate 200 years of diplomatic relations, marking a long‑standing partnership built on trust, openness, and shared ambition. Since 1822, cooperation has grown across political dialogue, trade, science, innovation, and culture, delivering concrete results for both countries.

Today, Sweden and Brazil are strategic partners with a strong future focus, working together on innovation, digitalization, green and industrial transition, research, education, and creative industries. Sweden–Brazil Innovation Week reflects this forward‑looking relationship—honoring two centuries of cooperation while fostering new collaborations for the years ahead.

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Team Sweden Brazil

Embassy of Sweden in Brasilia

Representation of the Government of Sweden in Brazil, working to strengthen the strategic Sweden–Brazil partnership, connecting public, private, and academic stakeholders.

OSI Brasilia

Swedish Government´s office for science and innovation in Brazil. The mission is to develop and advance strategic collaboration between Sweden and Brazil in research, innovation, and higher education.

Business Sweden

Business Sweden is commissioned by the Government and the Swedish industry to help Swedish companies grow global sales and international companies invest and expand in Sweden.

Swedcham

Swedcham is an independent, non‑profit organization that promotes trade, business development and networking between Brazil and Sweden, working closely with Swedish and Brazilian diplomatic missions, government agencies and private-sector partners in both countries.

CISB

CISB, the Swedish-Brazilian Research and Innovation Centre, is a private non-profit association that acts as a platform to connect innovation ecosystems and facilitates the collaboration between Sweden and Brazil.

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