In celebration of the 203rd Anniversary of the Independence of the Federative Republic of Brazil, H.E. Ambassador Fernando Simas Magalhães invites guests to a reception at the Grand Hotel Amrâth Kurhaus, Scheveningen-The Hague on Friday, September 5, 2025.
Ambassador Fernando Simas Magalhães proudly welcomed the numerous guests, expressing sincere gratitude for their attendance.
The reception brought together approximately 350 guests, including government authorities, senior private-sector representatives, cultural leaders, members of the diplomatic corps, and the Brazilian community. The Embassy was honored by the presence of H.R.H. Prince Jaime de Bourbon de Parme, who delivered a keynote alongside the host of the evening, H.E. Ambassador Fernando Simas Magalhães. The evening’s master of ceremonies was the Brazilian diplomat Felipe Ferreira Marques.
This year’s celebration highlighted Brazil’s commitment to sustainability and climate action in the lead-up to COP30, to be held this November2025 in Belém, Pará. The Kurhaus in Scheveningen, overlooking the North Sea, provided a symbolic venue to reaffirm shared responsibility in addressing climate challenges, including sea-level rise.
The artistic program featured the Brazilian national anthem performed by soprano Carla Maffioletti (formerly a soloist with conductor André Rieu) and the Dutch national anthem performed by Femke Smit, Edison Prize 2024 (Best Vocalist), who has sung for former Queen Beatrix together with Roda da Holanda.
The cultural agenda also included a performance by Roda da Holanda, a renowned group dedicated to Brazilian music that will celebrate its 10th anniversary in 2025, further enriching the evening with a festive atmosphere of cultural exchange.
Guests enjoyed a curated selection of Brazilian wines and gastronomy, with the support of Miolo. Brazilian wine has earned growing international recognition: at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2024, Brazil increased its medal count by 39, and in 2025 the country secured a Gold (96 points) for Maria Maria Isabela Syrah 2023 and 48 Silver medals. Brazilian producers are also advancing sustainability: in the country’s main southern wine regions, most vineyards are rain-fed (no irrigation), and peer-reviewed life-cycle assessments are mapping environmental hotspots to guide reductions in energy, water and packaging impacts across the winery stage.
The evening also showcased the excellence of Brazilian orange juice, with Cutrale providing guests the opportunity to experience one of Brazil’s most emblematic and globally renowned products.
