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Copyright Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro Jan-Jun 1991

Abstract

Observers have long believed that Brazil would become a hegemon in South America, and some developments between the 1960's and the 1990's lend credence to this belief. Such developments include the dramatic increase in Brazilian Gross National Product, greatly expanded industrialization, a modern armaments industry, the diversification of exports, and some impressive indigenous technologies. Nevertheless, in the same period, hegemonic status for Brazil has been limited by its increased international debt, by the poor economic performance of the late 1980's and of 1990, and by the assertion of United States influence in the region. Moreover, public opinion data show that Brazilians remain most concerned withthe internal development of their nation rather than its hegemonic status abroad, reflecting the need to raise the standard of living at home and to utilize more of the vast interior of the country for the benefit of all Brazilians. Rather than threatening its neighbors, therefore, Brazilian influence is expressed regionally in the drive for Mercosul, for lowering trade barriers, a stance consistent with the traditions of Brazilian foreign policy and one likely to benefit both Brazil and its neighbors. [PUBLICATION ABSTRACT]

Details

Title
Hegemonia Regional e o Caso do Brasil
Author
Turner, Frederick C
Pages
53-80
Publication year
1991
Publication date
Jan-Jun 1991
Publisher
Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro
ISSN
01028529
e-ISSN
19820240
Source type
Scholarly Journal
Language of publication
Portuguese
ProQuest document ID
1348287420
Copyright
Copyright Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro Jan-Jun 1991