巴中企业家委员会：中国对巴西投资翻番跃升全球第三

Core Insights - China's direct investment in Brazil is expected to grow by 113% in 2024, reaching $4.2 billion, making Brazil the third-largest destination for Chinese investment globally, after the UK and Hungary, and the top outside Europe [1] - Chinese investments in Brazil are diversifying from traditional sectors like oil and electricity to emerging sectors such as new energy vehicles, technology, and services, with 39 projects initiated in the past year [1] - The influx of Chinese capital is seen as a means to enhance the competitiveness of Brazil's manufacturing sector and promote local employment and industrial upgrades, despite challenges posed by higher supply chain costs and complex tax systems [1] Investment Landscape - The report indicates that, despite the rapid inflow of Chinese capital, the United States remains the largest source of foreign direct investment in Brazil, with an expected investment of $8.5 billion in 2024 [2] - Compared to the historical average of $6.6 billion per year from 2015 to 2019 for large oil and energy projects, the current rebound in Chinese investment in Brazil is still below peak levels [2] Tourism Insights - Brazil ranked ninth among global tourist destinations in 2022 and 2023 [3]