Signing of loan agreement for “Sanitation Improvement Project in the Coastal Area of the State of Sao Paulo” in Brazil (Overseas Investment and Loan): Improvement of water and sanitation environment in the State of Sao Paulo by expanding water supply services through the development of sewage-related facilities, etc. ｜ News & Announcements

The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is pleased to announce that on October 30, 2025, the Companhia de Saneamento Básico do Estado de São Paulo (São Paulo State Water and Sewerage Company. (“SABESP”). (“SABESP”) signed a loan agreement with

Brazil has the world’s largest Nikkei community, and this project will improve water services essential for the daily lives of citizens in the state of São Paulo, where approximately 1 million Nikkei reside, and is expected to strengthen diplomatic and bilateral friendly relations.

Loan recipient

Companhia de Saneamento Básico do Estado de São Paulo (SABESP)

Country (region covered)

Federative Republic of Brazil

Loan amount

30 billion yen

Project Name

São Paulo State Coastal Sanitation Improvement Project

Business Objectives

This project aims to improve water supply services in the Baixada Santista area in the coastal region of the state of São Paulo, mainly by upgrading sewage facilities, thereby contributing to improving the sanitary conditions of the residents in the area.

Business Overview

Loans for capital investment (new construction, expansion, renewal) in sewage and other facilities and related equipment in the Baixada-Santista area.

Contribution to SDGs

Goal 3 (health and well-being for all)

Goal 6 (Safe water and toilets worldwide)

Goal 17 (Let’s achieve our goals in partnership)

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