Ceara's Economic Development Gains Momentum under Governor Elmano de Freitas' Leadership

Governor Elmano de Freitas' administration in the state of Ceara has made significant strides in promoting economic development, as highlighted by the Secretary of Economic Development, Domingos Filho, at the National Meeting of Entrepreneurial Cities and Territories. The state's economic performance has shown impressive growth, with a 6.49% increase in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2024, surpassing the national average. This success is attributed to investments in key sectors such as agriculture, industry, commerce, services, and innovation.

Key Takeaways:

• The state of Ceara achieved a 6.49% growth in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2024, outperforming the national average of 3.4%.
• The agricultural and industrial sectors were the primary drivers of this growth, contributing to the state's best economic performance since 2010.
• The Government of Ceara invested in key infrastructure projects, including the Port of Pecem, Pinto Martins International Airport, and the Digital Belt with technology for 16 submarine cables connecting Ceara to the world.
• The state is also home to Brazil's largest linear project, Transnordestina, stretching 608 km from Ceara to the Port of Pecem, and the country's first pilot plant to produce Green Hydrogen in Ceara.

Statistics:

• 6.49%: Growth in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in Ceara in 2024
• 3.4%: National average growth in GDP in 2024
• 608 km: Length of Transnordestina, Brazil's largest linear project
• 16: Number of submarine cables in the Digital Belt, connecting Ceara to the world
• 2010: Year in which Ceara achieved its previous best economic performance

Sources:

• https://www.ceara.gov.br/2025/08/04/investimentos-do-governo-do-ceara-para-impulsionar-o-desenvolvimento-economico-sao-destaque-em-encontro-nacional-de-empreendedorismo-do-sebrae/