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Princess Astrid's Economic Mission to Brazil - Day 3

Princess Astrid's Economic Mission to Brazil - Day 3

On Tuesday, Princess Astrid spent her third day in Brazil where she is leading an economic mission with a Belgian delegation. She first took part in a seminar on sustainable construction and energy infrastructure.

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Afterward, Princess Astrid attended a conference on Belgium and Brazil’s joint efforts for a sustainable trade in food and drinks held at the Belgian Consulate residence in Sao Paulo.

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Princess Astrid then visited the offices of Embraer to learn more about Belgium and Brazil’s collaboration in the fields of aeronautics.

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In the afternoon, Princess Astrid held an online meeting with Geraldo Alckmin, the Vice President of Brazil, before meeting with Tarcísio de Freitas, the Governor of the State of São Paulo, at the Palacio dos Bandeirantes.

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In the evening, Princess Astrid took part in an official reception hosted for the Belgian delegation.

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Princess Astrid first wore a Christian Dior pink jacket and skirt with a Christian Dior belt, Christian Dior pumps, and a Christian Dior bag. She paired the outfit with Christian Dior earrings and she later changed into Pretty Ballerinas flats.

In the evening, Princess Astrid wore a Safiyaa gown with her Gucci silver pumps.

King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima host Excellence Lunch

King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima host Excellence Lunch

King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima present 2024 Erasmus Prize

King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima present 2024 Erasmus Prize