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                The sides highlighted the importance of the establishment of consistent international standards, such as
                the sustainability criteria defined within the scope of Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for
                International Aviation (CORSIA/ICAO) and reinforced the principle of technological neutrality with regards
                to the different technological pathways and raw materials used in the sustainable production of aviation
                fuels.

                The sides recognised the role an India-Brazil partnership in SAF can play in the deployment and
                development of the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Sector through leveraging and catalysing of regional value
                chains to ramp up SAF production, trading, distribution, and certification, which inter-alia will support the
                enhancement of availability, affordability and reliability of SAF.

                The sides noted that the modes for such cooperation could include the following:

                    1. Leverage Ethanol Production from all sources;

                    2. Promote technology exchange, joint research, and development initiatives, in order to optimize
                         SAF production processes;

                    3. Share regulatory and policy experience, with a view to create frameworks that encourage
                         investment in SAF production;

                    4. Cooperate in RD&I with a view to enhance the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of production
                         pathways;

                    5. Collaborate in multilateral forums, such as ICAO, in order to promote the development of SAF.

                The sides acknowledged that collaboration between the two countries represents a strategic partnership
                in line with the sustainable development and carbon reduction goals of both countries. By combining
                resources, expertise, and technology, India and Brazil can lead the global transition towards lower
                emission aviation. This collaboration will not only address pressing environmental challenges but also
                open new avenues for economic and technological advancement in the biofuels sector.

                The sides therefore reaffirmed their desire to strengthen cooperation between the two countries to usher
                in various advantages, which include economic growth, by creating jobs in the rural sector and fostering
                innovation in renewable energy technologies and energy security, by reducing reliance on imports.
                Importantly, bilateral cooperation in SAF production will contribute to global efforts to reduce the carbon
                footprint of aviation.

                The ministers underscored that this comprehensive partnership represents a significant milestone in
                India-Brazil relations aligning with their shared sustainable development goals. By combining their
                resources, expertise, and technology, India and Brazil will not only lead the global transition towards
                lower emission aviation but also provide critical support to other Global Biofuels Alliance members in their
                decarbonization efforts, ultimately paving the way for a future with cleaner skies.

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