The Executive Secretariat of Foreign Affairs and Strategic Projects (SAI) is responsible for paradiplomatic relations in the State of Santa Catarina.
SAI SC manages the state executive branch’s relationship with authorities and organizations from foreign countries, as well as coordinating the establishment of international protocols and agreements, taking charge of the international agenda for missions and receptions for international authorities, and maintaining relations with the Consular Board.
In the areas of Investment Attraction and Foreign Trade, SAI supports and implements actions to attract foreign investors, promotes business with other countries, and stimulates exports.
In partnership with other state secretariats and entities, SAI continually participates in major international achievements for Santa Catarina. The opening of Asian markets for pork, the process of attracting BMW, and the international certifications of a foot-and-mouth disease-free zone without vaccination and a swine fever-free zone are some of them.
Permission for larger ships to enter the Port of Navegantes
The State Government has issued an environmental license for the expansion of the port’s pier. The second largest container handler in Brazil and leader in the South region will be able to receive larger ships.
Project Opportunities Status
The State of Opportunities campaign was launched to promote investment avenues in the State.
SC Day
This year, the first edition of SC Day took place – a seminar created by SAI for representatives from the economic sector of consulates, embassies, chambers of commerce and foreign investment support offices.
ENA
Through an agreement with France, Santa Catarina received a unit of the École Nationale d’Administration (l’ENA France), the Fundação Escola de Governo (ENA Brasil), located in Florianópolis.
Foot-and-Mouth Disease Free Zone
Santa Catarina was the first state to receive international certification as a Foot-and-Mouth Disease Free Zone without vaccination and a Swine Fever Free Zone.
Official Body
That year, the Executive Secretariat for International Affairs was established as an official body of the Government of Santa Catarina, linked to the Governor’s Office.
Bolshoi School
In 2000, Brazil became the first country in the world to have an official Bolshoi Ballet school outside of Russia. Located in Joinville, Santa Catarina, it was funded by the SAI team.
