Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo met with the U.S. Section of the U.S.-Brazil CEO Forum for the first time to welcome members to the 2023-2026 term and prepare for the 12^th Plenary Session of the Forum. At the meeting, the members discussed strategic opportunities in their respective sectors and highlighted the importance of trade with Brazil to their domestic operations. The Secretary highlighted the important role the Joint Recommendations made by U.S. and Brazilian business leaders play in strengthening the business climate and advancing the U.S.-Brazil commercial relationship.