The Brazilian government has received health approval to export live ornamental crabs to Japan, without the requirement of an International Animal Health Certificate. This announcement is a partnership between the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (Mapa) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MRE). Japan, the fourth largest buyer of Brazilian agricultural products in 2023, imported US$ 4.1 billion worth of goods. In the first ten months of 2024, imports reached US$ 2.84 billion. Additionally, seven other Brazilian products will be exported to Japan in 2024. Since 2023, Brazil has opened 284 new markets in 62 countries, reinforcing its leading role in global agriculture.