{"id":3578,"date":"2025-08-29T16:42:17","date_gmt":"2025-08-29T19:42:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bricsbrasil.com.br\/?p=3578"},"modified":"2025-11-24T17:21:51","modified_gmt":"2025-11-24T20:21:51","slug":"cpfl-serie-brazil-china","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bricsbrasil.com.br\/en\/cpfl-serie-brazil-china\/","title":{"rendered":"Instituto CPFL launches documentary series on Brazil and China"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"649\"><strong><span style=\"color: #33cccc;\">Available on YouTube, the production shows how the two countries have become partners in diverse areas such as trade, culture, diplomacy, science and technology.<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>This month, Instituto CPFL launched the documentary series &#8220;<em>Brasil e China<\/em>&#8220;. The episodes were broadcast on TV Cultura and are now available on the YouTube channel <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@CPFLIntercambioBrasilChina\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CPFL Interc\u00e2mbio Brasil-China<\/a>. Divided into three episodes, the series explores how relations between the two countries have strengthened over the past decades, with direct impacts on the economy, culture, education, science, technology and human connections.<\/p>\n<p>With sponsorship from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cpfl.com.br\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CPFL Energia<\/a> and produced by <a href=\"https:\/\/produtorabrasileira.com.br\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Produtora Brasileira<\/a>, the <strong>series brings real stories, interviews and joint projects that reveal how Brazil and China have become strategic allies in a world in transition.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The documentary explores five decades of commercial relations between the two countries, as well as student exchanges, scientific cooperation and personal bonds that transcend geographic and cultural borders. It also features striking cinematography and stunning aerial drone footage from both Brazil and China.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 80px;\"><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>&#8220;Brazil and China share a history of rapprochement that goes far beyond diplomacy. This series shows how these relations translate into concrete experiences of collaboration and learning, and how these connections can point to future paths.&#8221;<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 80px;\"><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><em>Daniela Ortolani Pagotto &#8211; Head of Instituto CPFL<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>A must-watch series<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Rich in information and full of inspiring interviews, &#8220;Brasil e China&#8221; allows viewers to travel through half a century of diplomatic and commercial relations. Each episode builds a broader vision and, by the end of the series, audiences gain a wide perspective of the potential of this partnership.<\/p>\n<p>Watch the teaser and all three full episodes below.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>Teaser of the documentary series &#8220;Brasil e China&#8221;<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>The trailer begins with an impactful and optimistic statement: \u201cBrazil is a country that cannot go wrong. That\u2019s how they see Brazil.\u201d <\/strong><\/span>This sets the tone for the inspiring series ahead.<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"S\u00e9rie documental Brasil e China - teaser\" width=\"1220\" height=\"686\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MN-frhlbLtI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>Episode 1 \u2013 China and Brazil: Economic Relations<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #008080;\">The first episode explores the economic relationship between the two countries, highlighting advances in trade partnerships and their geopolitical impact. It presents impressive data on bilateral trade since diplomatic relations were established in 1974.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&#8220;At that time, China\u2019s level of economic development was comparable to that of Northeast Brazil. The country\u2019s development process is astonishing: in four decades it became the world\u2019s second-largest economy\u201d, highlights Evandro Menezes de Carvalho, Professor of Law at UFF and FGV, and a member of the China Studies Chair in Wuhan.<\/p>\n<p>Today, bilateral trade has reached about US$ 150 billion. &#8220;Brazil profits greatly from China\u201d, emphasizes Charles Tang, President of the <a href=\"https:\/\/camarabrasilchina.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Brazil-China Chamber of Commerce<\/a>. In 2024 alone, Brazil recorded a US$ 54 billion trade surplus, exporting far more than it imports.<\/p>\n<p>The episode also features Claudia Trevisan, journalist, author and Executive Director of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cebc.org.br\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Brazil-China Business Council (CEBC<\/a>), who witnessed China\u2019s rapid growth while working as a correspondent in Beijing. Other participants include Professor Jos\u00e9 Luiz Tejon, an agribusiness expert, who discusses food security and the role of Brazilian agriculture, and Professor Nivalde de Castro, coordinator of GESEL at UFRJ, who analyzes Brazil and China\u2019s role in the energy transition.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 80px;\"><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>Note from the author:<\/strong> <em>don\u2019t miss the end credits music of this episode. I was captivated by the song \u201cOut of the Blind\u201d by Chinese singer Annie Zhou, which went straight to my playlist.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"China e Brasil: Relacionamento econ\u00f4mico - Epis\u00f3dio 1\" width=\"1220\" height=\"686\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/y8QhYl9f0p0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>Episode 2 \u2013 China and Brazil: Technology, Culture and Education<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>The second episode delves into connections in technology, culture and education, highlighting long-standing <a href=\"https:\/\/bricsbrasil.com.br\/en\/climate-satellites-brazil-china-and-india-advance-space-and-environmental-cooperation\/\">cooperation on environmental and climate-monitoring satellites<\/a><\/strong><\/span>, as explained by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.br\/inpe\/pt-br\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">INPE<\/a> experts. The documentary shows how Brazil can leverage this partnership to advance in sectors such as biotechnology and robotics.<\/p>\n<p>Another highlight focuses on <strong>Traditional Chinese Medicine<\/strong> (TCM), with Dr. Andr\u00e9 Tsai, a physician and acupuncturist, sharing his experience and demonstrating how TCM serves as an important complement to Western medicine, with a strong emphasis on prevention and mental well-being.<\/p>\n<p>The teaching of <strong>Mandarin<\/strong> is also a key theme, presented by Dr. Gao Qinxiang, Director of the <a href=\"https:\/\/institutoconfucio.unicamp.br\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Confucius Institute at Unicamp<\/a>, and his team.<\/p>\n<p>The episode also highlights personal stories that go beyond economics, encompassing art, medicine, sports, philosophy, language, knowledge, and &#8211; above all &#8211; love, friendship, and mutual admiration between the two nations. A remarkable example is 20-year-old student and singer Maria Eduarda: after learning Mandarin through YouTube and free apps, her passion for Chinese songs led her to win a music contest and earn a trip to China, broadening her personal horizons.<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"China e Brasil: Tecnologia, cultura e educa\u00e7\u00e3o - Epis\u00f3dio 2\" width=\"1220\" height=\"686\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/WA6-W8elcao?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>Episode 3 \u2013 China and Brazil: Relations and Connections<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>Closing the series, the third episode focuses on human and emotional ties, highlighting stories of friendship, exchange and collaboration between Brazilians and Chinese.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>It emphasizes the similarities between the two peoples, debunking stereotypes and showing the Chinese as warm, welcoming and joyful, much like Brazilians. The documentary reinforces how cultural exchange is essential for fostering mutual understanding.<\/p>\n<p>One of the most touching moments is the friendship between Brazilian influencer Vanessa Estrella and Chinese lawyer Sara Hong Zha from CPFL Energia. Their conversations about tea rituals, traditions and friendship reveal cultural bonds enriched by mutual admiration. Sara shares how her family adapted to life in Brazil, valuing its lightness and joy, while Vanessa describes how Chinese culture inspired her to seek a serene and tranquil life.<\/p>\n<p>The episode also features insights from Professor Evandro Menezes de Carvalho and Pedro Ortega Terra, Director of the Department of China, Russia and Central Asia at the Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"China e Brasil: Rela\u00e7\u00f5es e conex\u00f5es - Epis\u00f3dio 3\" width=\"1220\" height=\"686\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4kgyC8TyJSQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>About Instituto CPFL<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Since 2003, Instituto CPFL (ICPFL) has been the private social investment platform of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cpfl.com.br\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grupo CPFL Energia<\/a>, developing projects in the areas of sports and culture as strategic tools for social transformation in the communities where the group operates. Aligned with the CPFL Group\u2019s ESG Strategy, its mission is to generate positive and lasting impacts and to build a promising future for society through five areas of action:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/institutocpfl.org.br\/cpfl-jovem-geracao\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CPFL Jovem Gera\u00e7\u00e3o<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/institutocpfl.org.br\/intercambio-brasil-china\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CPFL Interc\u00e2mbio Brasil-China<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/institutocpfl.org.br\/circuito-cpfl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Circuito CPFL<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/institutocpfl.org.br\/cpfl-nos-hospitais\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CPFL nos Hospitais<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/institutocpfl.org.br\/cafe-filosofico\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Caf\u00e9 Filos\u00f3fico CPFL<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Instituto CPFL has become a benchmark in the sector, recognized for its excellence in applying government incentive laws to social and cultural initiatives. Learn more at <a href=\"https:\/\/institutocpfl.org.br\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.institutocpfl.org.br<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Available on YouTube, production shows how the two countries have become partners in diverse areas such as trade, culture, diplomacy, science and technology.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":3651,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[61],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3578","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-culture-en"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/bricsbrasil.com.br\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3578","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/bricsbrasil.com.br\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/bricsbrasil.com.br\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bricsbrasil.com.br\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bricsbrasil.com.br\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3578"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/bricsbrasil.com.br\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3578\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3647,"href":"https:\/\/bricsbrasil.com.br\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3578\/revisions\/3647"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bricsbrasil.com.br\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3651"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/bricsbrasil.com.br\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3578"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bricsbrasil.com.br\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3578"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bricsbrasil.com.br\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3578"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}