VOICED : Ecuador y Brasil estrechan lazos comerciales

Ecuador and Brazil have agreed to strengthen their bilateral trade relations, addressing barriers to Ecuadorian products entering the Brazilian market. Ecuador, facing economic challenges due to falling oil prices, seeks new credit lines. Both countries will hold meetings in March to implement these agreements, focusing on trade and Brazilian investments in Ecuador, particularly in infrastructure. This meeting occurred ahead of the CELAC summit.

What is one of the main goals of the agreement between Ecuador and Brazil?

• To increase tourism between the two countries

• To resolve barriers to Ecuadorian products entering the Brazilian market

• To establish a cultural exchange program

• To create a joint military alliance

Why is the commercial aspect important for Ecuador according to the transcript?

• Because Ecuador wants to increase its tourism

• Because Ecuador wants to improve its education system

• Because Ecuador lost $7 billion in exports last year

• Because Ecuador is looking to expand its cultural influence

What is one of the topics discussed for future collaborations between Ecuador and Brazil?

• A new cultural festival

• Brazilian investments in Ecuador's infrastructure

• A shared space exploration program

• Joint military exercises

When are the teams from Ecuador and Brazil expected to meet to implement the agreements?

• In February

• In January

• In April

• In March

What significant event was scheduled to occur after the meeting between Ecuador and Brazil?

• The G20 Summit

• The United Nations General Assembly

• The Community of Latin American and Caribbean States summit

• The World Economic Forum