Gov. Brian Kemp will lead a trade mission to Brazil and Argentina this week.
The governor and First Lady Marty Kemp will join representatives from the state departments of Economic Development and Agriculture and the Georgia Ports Authority in meeting with executives from companies already operating in Georgia or building new projects here.
Last year, Georgia exports to Brazil totaled $748 million, with another $120 million in exports going to Argentina.
"We're always eager to grow those pipelines of opportunity so more Georgians from all parts of the state can benefit," Kemp said Monday.
"I look forward to working with our partners in Brazil and Argentina to continue to build upon our already strong relationship," Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture Tyler Harper added.
During the trip, the state economic development agency will celebrate the 30th anniversary of Georgia's trade office in Brazil.
"Georgia's connectivity to South America means opportunity," said Pat Wilson, the state's commissioner of economic development. "Brazil and Argentina are home to some of the largest agriculture and infrastructure companies in South America, aligning with Georgia's strong agribusiness and food and beverage industries."
The state delegation also will include Maj. Gen. Richard "Dwayne" Wilson, Georgia's adjutant general, who will meet with members of the Georgia National Guard and their Argentinian counterparts as part of the Department of Defense State Partnership Program.
