PARANA STATE DEVELOPMENT AGENCY

MISSION To develop, coordinate and lead actions that contribute to the sustainable development of Parana.

LINES OF ACTION Support enterprises already established in the State of Parana Proactively seek and attract new investments (national and international)

Economic Development Agency State Investment Promotion Office Technical support for new key projects OUR ROLE

OUR SERVICES Provide strategic information about the state and the supply chains Support the investor with the local, state and federal governments Present the Brazilian tax system and the state tax benefits Establish connection with business institutions and associations Provide information on financing sources Identify site location Information on services providers

NETWORK OF PARTNERS Industries Government offices Institutions Associations Universities Research Labs

PRIORITY SECTORS Strategic Areas: – Health (diagnostics, medical equipment, drugs) – Information and Communication Technology – Bio energy (renewable/”clean”) – Biotechnology (crop production, life sciences) – Automotive & aerospace Areas for Leadership Consolidation: – Meat (beef, poultry, swine) – Soy – Wheat

Areas for increased competitiveness: – Metal-mechanic – Textiles and Apparel – Wood and furniture – Construction (housing) – Non-metallic minerals – Cosmetics and Personal Hygiene – Dairy Products PRIORITY SECTORS

Our work from March 2013 until now Portfolio of companies: 185 – From 22 different economic sectors Estimated amount of investment: R$ 6,5 bi International missions received: 10

Thank you. PARANA STATE DEVELOPMENT AGENCY