The Significance of the Pro-U.S. Stance in Brazil’s Defence Policy
The Significance of the Pro-U.S. Stance in Brazil’s Defence Policy

Author(s): Bartłomiej Znojek
Subject(s): Governance, International relations/trade, Security and defense, Military policy, Geopolitics
Published by: PISM Polski Instytut Spraw Międzynarodowych
Keywords: Brazil; defence policy; relations with United States; defence cooperation; NATO; modernization of military;
Summary/Abstract: Since his inauguration in January 2019, President Jair Bolsonaro has prioritised strengthening ties with the United States. His right-wing government considers the U.S. a key partner in defence cooperation and aspires close contacts with NATO. By developing these policy directions, Brazil aims to speed up the modernisation of its military, increase its defence capabilities, and expand its national arms industry to strengthen the country’s international position. The Bolsonaro administration is also interested in defence cooperation with the Visegrad Group, which may lead to enhanced Polish-Brazilian relations.

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