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Understand the LAC market
Explore the regional business landscape, market opportunities and key considerations for European companies looking to enter Latin America and the Caribbean.
Third Edition · Training series for European companies
Connect+ Europe‑LAC
Training series for European companies looking to explore business opportunities and strengthen their commercial connections in Latin America and the Caribbean. Discover key markets, understand market access conditions and gain practical insights to support your business expansion across the region.
✓Free
✓Virtual
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Event dates
October 27–29, 2026
Daily sessions starting at:
2:00 p.m.
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Why participate?
Strengthen your strategy to do business in Latin America and the Caribbean
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Navigate trade agreements and market access
Understand the agreements that shape trade between Europe and Latin America and the Caribbean and how they can facilitate access to different markets.
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Identify the right market-entry strategy
Discover practical approaches, trade fairs and digital tools to connect with potential partners and business opportunities across the region.
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Explore key LAC markets
Learn about market access conditions, business opportunities and practical considerations across different countries and subregions.
The event
About the event
Welcome to the third edition of Connect+ Europe-LAC Edition, a program for European companies interested in exploring and expanding business opportunities in Latin America and the Caribbean.
From October 27 to 29, the program will provide a practical overview of the region, helping companies better understand its markets, identify business opportunities and develop strategies to connect with potential partners.
Throughout the cycle, experts will address market-entry strategies, trade agreements and practical considerations for accessing key LAC markets, providing companies with tools to make informed decisions and strengthen their international expansion strategy.
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📅October 27–29, 2026
💻Online
🕒2:00 p.m. CET
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Who should participate
Participant profile
Profile 01
European companies exploring LAC
European companies interested in exporting to, entering or expanding their presence in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Register as a European company
Profile 02
LAC SMEs
Companies from Latin America and the Caribbean that export to, or are planning to export to Europe.
Register as a LAC company
Agenda
Three days to explore business opportunities in Latin America and the Caribbean
Over three days, we will cover key topics European companies should understand to connect with and access markets across Latin America and the Caribbean.
Schedule
2:00 p.m. CET
Tuesday, October 27
2 sessions
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Opening Session: Why LAC Now?
Time
2:00 PM CET
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Market Access Strategies and Success Stories
Time
3:00 PM CET
Wednesday, October 28
2 sessions
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EU–Mercosur Agreement 1: Tariffs, Tariff Phase-Out and Rules of Origin (EU → Mercosur)
Time
2:00 PM CET
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EU–Mercosur Agreement 2: The Four Gateways to Mercosur
Time
3:00 PM CET
Thursday, October 29
3 sessions
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EU–Andean Community Agreement (Colombia, Peru and Ecuador)
Time
2:00 PM CET
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EU–Mexico Global Agreement
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2:30 PM CET
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EU–Central America Association Agreement
Time
3:00 PM CET
October 27–29
Latin America and the Caribbean can be your next market.
Prepare your company with practical insights on market access, trade agreements and entry strategies to identify and pursue business opportunities across the region.
Connect+ Europe-LAC Edition helps you better understand the region and take the next steps in your international expansion strategy.
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✓Free · Virtual · With certificate