The west African republic’s oil wealth makes it an obvious candidate for the Portuguese-speaking forum, but a large question mark hangs over its human rights record.
Brazil
Genome sequencing and an exchange of scientists and researchers are among the topics under discussion, but budgets need to be agreed first.
Grapes, mangoes and other quality fresh fruit on offer to China, which already buys US$67 billion in goods from Brazil annually.
Regulatory approval has not yet been granted but the deepsea area under consideration is forecast to be highly lucrative.
Quality as well as quantity play a significant part as Brazil shows an increasing appetite for Chinese vehicles and fine chemicals.
Brazil, India, Nepal, Pakistan and the Philippines head the danger list, with passengers facing multiple tests before they can fly.
The new 6,000 km hi-tech trans-Atlantic communications link likely to be a game-changer enhancing Portugal’s role in Europe.
High demand for iron ore, and China’s need to diversify its sources, give numbers a significant boost.
Sustainability is top priority for major food producers, says agriculture minister, pointing to environmental, economic and social needs.