Brazil is poised to boost investment to 20% of GDP by 2030, with a particular focus on the energy and mining sectors to support the ongoing energy transition. Joaquim Levy, current director of the economy area at Banco Safra, highlighted the potential for Brazil to become a global leader in critical minerals production like lithium, copper, and nickel. The country is eyeing investments totaling $366 billion by 2030, aiming to create 3 million jobs. Key stakeholders such as Miguel Nery and Julio Nery Ferreira emphasized the significance of developing a local capital market to back critical mineral projects, especially those led by junior mining companies. Brazil's progress in renewable energy projects and its emphasis on green hydrogen initiatives are essential for advancing its position in the global market. The country's emergence as a protagonist in technological innovation and the transition to a green economy was underscored by Ferreira, who highlighted the essential role of mining in decarbonization, climate change mitigation, and the development of renewable energy technologies.