Trade mission connects Brazilian companies with Argentine and Paraguayan markets

From November 9 to 13, 2026, Brazilian textile and apparel companies will take part in the Argentina and Paraguay Trade Mission, with activities scheduled in Buenos Aires and Asunción, the respective capitals of the two countries. The initiative aims to expand the Brazilian industry’s presence in South America, connecting brands with potential buyers and business partners and identifying business opportunities in the region.

The mission is organized by Texbrasil (Brazilian Textile and Fashion Industry Internationalization Program), a partnership between Abit (Brazilian Textile and Apparel Industry Association) and ApexBrasil (Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency). The initiative is part of the Program’s efforts to help Brazilian companies expand internationally and strengthen their presence in strategic markets.

The mission brings together 14 Brazilian companies: Babilônia, Camu Camu, Cecília Prado, Coopertextil, Hyosung Creora, Java Baby, Kikarinho, LN Private Label, Maria Pavan, Mappying, Mirasul, Pitibi, Provest Private Label, and Têxtil Santa Rita. The schedule is designed to facilitate connections with potential local partners, encourage trade and lay the groundwork for new business relationships.

“Geographic proximity and trade ties among South American countries make these markets strategic for Brazilian companies looking to expand internationally. The mission enables participating companies to better understand local needs, showcase their competitive advantages and identify business opportunities aligned with their expansion strategies”, says Letícia Kamei, Texbrasil’s trade promotion coordinator. 

By facilitating meetings and fostering connections among companies, the initiative helps participants better understand neighboring markets and develop business partnerships with long-term potential.

Through initiatives designed to connect Brazilian companies with international buyers, Texbrasil continues to support the sector’s competitiveness and the expansion of Brazil’s fashion and textile industries into new markets.

About Abit

The Brazilian Textile and Apparel Industry Association (Abit), founded on February 21, 1957, is one of the most important entities among the country’s economic sectors. It represents the productive power of 25.7 thousand companies installed throughout the national territory, of all sizes, which employ more than 1.34 million workers and generate, together, an annual revenue (in 2024) of BRL 221 billion.

About Texbrasil

The Brazilian Textile and Fashion Industry Internationalization Program (Texbrasil) works with companies in the textile and apparel sector to develop strategies to conquer the global market. Over more than 25 years, it has assisted about 2,000 brands to enter the export track, generating US$ 11 billion in business. The Program is conducted through a partnership between Abit (Brazilian Textile and Apparel Industry Association) and ApexBrasil (Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency).

To participate, companies must fill out this form or contact the Relationship department: texbrasil@abit.org.br.

About ApexBrasil

The Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (ApexBrasil) works to promote Brazilian products and services abroad and attract foreign investment to strategic sectors <u>of the Brazilian economy. To achieve these objectives</u>, ApexBrasil carries out diversified trade promotion actions aimed at promoting exports and enhancing the value of Brazilian products and services abroad, such as prospective and trade missions, business roundtables, support for the participation of Brazilian companies in major international fairs, and visits by foreign buyers and opinion leaders to get to know the Brazilian productive structure, among other business platforms that also aim to strengthen brand Brazil.

The Agency also works in coordination with public and private actors to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) to Brazil, focusing on strategic sectors for developing the competitiveness of Brazilian companies and the country.

Learn more about ApexBrasil.