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Vamos Mercosur – Free Markets. New Opportunities.
Delegation trip to Argentina & Brazil
under the leadership of Colette Boos John, Thuringian Minister for Economic Affairs, Agriculture and Rural Areas
October 31 to November 8, 2026
Buenos Aires, Porto Alegre, Rio de Janeiro
In January, the EU-Mercosur Free Trade Agreement The agreement was signed, creating the world's largest free trade zone. The trade component of the agreement has been in effect since May 2026, and the continuous reduction of tariffs and trade barriers is opening up new opportunities for German companies in the short and medium term. The delegation trip to the Mercosur countries of Argentina and Brazil, led by Minister of Economic Affairs Colette Boos-John, is intended to show Thuringian companies the Facilitating market access, her Strengthen strategic positioning and help them suitable cooperation partners and to identify opportunities in the region. The focus is on potential in innovation, technology, business and science.
Itinerary & stops The delegation will visit the following locations.
Your added value – What can you expect as a member of the delegation?
Who is the delegation trip aimed at?
The journey is basically Open to all industries and is aimed at companies, institutions and multipliers from Thuringia.
It is particularly relevant for companies
Travel dates & costs
Travel dates
| 31.10.2026 | Outbound flight from Frankfurt am Main to Buenos Aires, Argentina |
| 3.11.2026 | Flight from Buenos Aires to Porto Alegre, Brazil |
| 5.11.2026 | Flight from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
| 8.11.2026 | Return flight from Rio de Janeiro to Frankfurt am Main |
Current estimate of travel expenses (As of March 27, 2026, subject to change)
In addition to the individual costs (Arrival and departure + hotel) also costs for the supporting program in the form of a Organization and catering fee of €550The organizer will bear the costs for the entire program, including briefings, information events, group visits, and group transfer services.
We have reserved flight slots; please contact our travel agency to book your flight!
| Performance | Price |
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| Economy: Open-jaw flight Frankfurt am Main – Buenos Aires – Rio de Janeiro – Frankfurt am Main | approximately €2,000 |
| Premium eco: Open-jaw flight Frankfurt am Main – Buenos Aires – Rio de Janeiro – Frankfurt am Main | approximately €3,000 |
| Business: Open-jaw flight Frankfurt am Main – Buenos Aires – Rio de Janeiro – Frankfurt am Main | approx. €6,900 |
| Flight Buenos Aires – Porto Alegre | approximately €300 |
| Flight Porto Alegre – Rio de Janeiro | approximately €150 |
| 6 nights | at approximately €250 per night |
| Meal allowance | 550 € |
Example of total costs (Premium Economy):
Flight + hotel + organization fee = approx. €5,500
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions about the Delegation Trip to India
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What is the goal of the delegation trip to Argentina and Brazil?
The trip aims to facilitate access to the Mercosur markets for Thuringian companies, strengthen their strategic positioning, and identify suitable local cooperation partners. The focus is on potential in innovation, technology, business, and science.
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Why is the Mercosur region particularly interesting right now?
Following the signing of the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement, the world's largest free trade zone was created. The reduction of tariffs and trade barriers opens up new business opportunities for German – and thus also Thuringian – companies.
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Which stations will be visited and what topics will be the focus there?
The delegation is visiting Buenos Aires, Porto Alegre and Rio de Janeiro.
- Buenos Aires: Argentina's market and economic access, energy, agriculture.
- Porto Alegre: Industrially strong southern states of Brazil, technology and health market, agricultural sector, network access via LEG representative Dietmar Sukop.
- Rio de Janeiro: Energy capital of Brazil, oil & gas, renewable energies and hydrogen.
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What advantages do participating companies have?
They benefit from high-level networking events, company visits, exclusive one-to-one talks, industry insights, economic policy assessments and opportunities for exchange within the Thuringian delegation.
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Who can participate in the delegation trip?
The trip is open to all industries and is aimed at companies, institutions, and key influencers from Thuringia. It is particularly relevant for companies in the life sciences sector, the food industry, e-commerce, and fintech, as well as for companies with energy and sustainability solutions and agricultural applications, and for business-related research institutes.
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What costs will participants incur?
Individual travel and hotel costs will be incurred, as well as an organization and meal allowance of 550 €Flights and hotels vary depending on the category, e.g. Premium Economy: approx. €5,500 total example (incl. hotel & package).
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