Brazil has made a formal request to become a full member of the International Energy Agency (IEA), citing years of close partnership and the strong value the IEA provides to its member countries in navigating a complex global energy landscape, a statement by the IEA revealed on Tuesday.
According to the IEA, Brazilian Ambassador Sarquis J.B. Sarquis visited its headquarters in Paris and presented a formal letter from Brazil’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mauro Vieira, and Minister of Mines and Energy, Alexandre Silveira, to IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol. In the letter, the ministers officially requested for Brazil to begin the process of accession to the IEA.
“Let us convey to you the appreciation of the Brazilian government for the partnership with the International Energy Agency, which has significantly contributed to advancing energy policies in Brazil over the years,” the ministers stated.
“Recognising the challenges that lie ahead in the energy landscape and the strategic support that the IEA provides to its member countries … [we are] pleased to inform you that our government would like to initiate accession procedures to the IEA as a full member,” they added.
The letter notes that Brazil’s cooperation with the IEA to date has enabled close collaboration on issues such as energy security, data and statistics, and policy analysis. The relationship between the IEA and Brazil has steadily deepened, with the IEA conducting an in-depth review of the country’s energy policies this year.
It also highlights that Brazil’s status as a “net oil exporter” with a “diversified energy mix” and its growing leadership in clean and renewable energy will further contribute to the IEA’s work and international cooperation in the energy sector.
“I am very happy to have received the formal request from Ministers Vieira and Silveira for Brazil to become a full IEA member— a major development for international governance that builds on many years of deepening cooperation across a wide range of energy issues,” said Dr. Birol.
“Brazil is a cornerstone of the global energy system today, and its importance is only set to increase in the years ahead. We look forward to discussing next steps with Brazil and our member governments.”
Brazil is Latin America’s largest country, both in terms of economy and its population of more than 210 million people.
As a major oil producer and exporter, Brazil plays a key role in supporting international energy security.
It has also positioned itself as a leader in energy transitions, leveraging its low-emissions power system, abundant renewable energy resources, and strong biofuels sector to drive economic development and social inclusion.
Brazil currently holds the presidency of COP30, the international climate conference, and held the G20 presidency in 2024.
Brazil joined the IEA family as an Association country in 2017.
The IEA currently has 32 member countries, with four others in the process of accession. There are also 13 Association countries within the IEA family.
Source: https://energynewsafrica.com
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