New Zealand & Brazil Sign Co-Pro Agreement

New Zealand and Brazil have signed an official co-production agreement to strengthen their screen industry ties and create new opportunities for filmmakers in both countries.

Once operational, the agreement will give makers of co-produced audiovisual projects access to funding and incentives only available to domestic producers in each country.

“The New Zealand Film Commission has worked closely on this agreement with officials from the Ministry for Culture & Heritage and Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade, alongside Brazilian counterparts,” said Chris Payne, deputy CEO and head of co-production and incentives at the New Zealand Film Commission. “This is New Zealand’s first co-production agreement with a Latin American partner and a significant opportunity for our screen sector. It gives New Zealand filmmakers a clear pathway to work with Brazil, combine funding and talent and reach new audiences both within Brazil and across wider Latin America. The agreement directly supports the government’s Amplify strategy for the cultural sector by growing creative exports, attracting investment and creating long-term opportunities for the industry.

“In advance of the treaty being signed, we held a productive meeting with representatives of Brazil’s Audiovisual Secretariat (SAv) and ANCINE at the Cannes Film Market in 2025. With the treaty now signed, we look forward to partnering on activity at this year’s Cannes Film Market to connect our producers and encourage potential collaborations.”