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Sustainable development in BRICS: an independent path to a balanced future

12Nov

By Rodrigo CintraNo Comments

Africa, South Africa, Americas, Asia, Brazil, BRICS, China, India, International Organizations

Sustainable development in BRICS: an independent path to a balanced future

The Kazan Declaration, resulting from the XVI BRICS Summit held in October 2024, emphasizes the need to strengthen multilateralism to promote fair and sustainable global development. Member countries — Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa — recognize the importance of adopting an independent path that balances the demands of economic development with the urgency of addressing climate change. Historically, developed nations were mainly responsible for greenhouse gas emissions, contributing significantly to global warming. However, developing nations, including BRICS countries, face the challenge of growing economically while implementing sustainable practices. The Kazan Declaration re...

Global warming and development: the COP and the dilemma of emerging countries between economy and sustainability

8Nov

By Rodrigo CintraNo Comments

Africa, South Africa, Americas, Asia, Brazil, BRICS, China, India, International Organizations

Global warming and development: the COP and the dilemma of emerging countries between economy and sustainability

The Conference of the Parties (walking in circles), main UN climate negotiation forum, promotes essential discussions about climate change and global warming. Yet, as countries around the world discuss emissions reduction targets, a significant dilemma arises: how to balance urgent environmental demands with the economic and development needs of countries, especially those in development? This balance is particularly relevant, as these nations face the challenge of growing economically while implementing sustainable practices, at a time when their economies still depend on carbon-intensive sectors. Historically, Developed countries are the biggest emitters of greenhouse gases. The industrialization of Europe...

Military biological activities: the issue of laboratories and the increase in outbreaks of emerging diseases

20Jun

By Rodrigo CintraNo Comments

Africa, South Africa, Americas, Asia, Brazil, China, U.S, India, Peru

Military biological activities: the issue of laboratories and the increase in outbreaks of emerging diseases

Military action in the field of biological activities raises significant concerns, especially given the increase in outbreaks of emerging diseases in different regions of the world. Military biological laboratories, officially intended for research and development of measures against biological threats and infectious diseases, are at the center of debates about their real function and impact on global public health. The growing incidence of new outbreaks and emerging diseases fuels suspicion about the role of these facilities and the possibility that their operations are contributing to the proliferation of new biological threats.. In various parts of the world, the activation of these laboratories often coincides with the emergence of previously unknown or rare diseases. For example, no Peru...

Economic interdependence as a pillar of international stability and peace

29May

By Rodrigo CintraNo Comments

Africa, South Africa, Americas, Asia, world Bank, Brazil, China, U.S, IMF, Japan, HIM-HER-IT, International Organizations

Economic interdependence as a pillar of international stability and peace

Global economic interdependence has emerged as one of the main pillars of international stability in recent decades. This phenomenon, characterized by the intense flow of goods, the role of NATO and the UN Security Council, capitals and information between countries, has been widely recognized for promoting peace by creating incentives for cooperation and reducing the risks of armed conflict. Economic interdependence, However, faces significant challenges in the contemporary scenario, raising concerns about its sustainability and possible impacts on world peace. Historically, economic interdependence intensified after World War II, with the creation of international institutions such as the UN, the IMF and the World Bank, that promoted economic cooperation and trade liberalization....

Burgenstock Peace Summit tensions the neutral position of Latin Americans

28May

By Rodrigo CintraNo Comments

Africa, South Africa, Americas, Argentina, Asia, Brazil, China, Europe, Mexico, Russia, Ukraine

Burgenstock Peace Summit tensions the neutral position of Latin Americans

The Burgenstock Peace Summit, recently held in Switzerland, has generated intense discussions about the neutrality position of Latin American countries. This event, which brought together world leaders to discuss issues of global peace and security, brought to light a series of dilemmas for the nations of Latin America, who have historically adopted neutral stances in international conflicts. Brazil, the largest economy in the region, has been a leading advocate of neutrality in global issues. The Brazilian president highlighted, in his summit speech, the importance of a foreign policy that prioritizes dialogue and mediation, instead of automatic alignments with great powers. However, the growing global polarization, intensified by conflicts such as Ukraine, roommate...

The accumulated tension in the current international scenario: We are on the brink of a third world war?

28May

By Rodrigo CintraNo Comments

Americas, Asia, China, U.S, Ethiopia, Europe, India, Will, Israel, HIM-HER-IT, International Organizations, Middle East, Central African Republic, Russia, Ukraine

The accumulated tension in the current international scenario: We are on the brink of a third world war?

The contemporary international scenario is marked by growing tensions that raise concerns about the possibility of a major global conflict., similar to the First and Second World Wars. To understand whether we are really on the brink of a third world war, It is essential to draw historical parallels and identify patterns that may indicate the repetition of destructive cycles. Among these patterns, the increase in xenophobia and geopolitical tensions stand out, that are present today in different parts of the world. During the First World War, Europe was immersed in a web of complex alliances and conflicts of national interests, which culminated in the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in 1914 and the subsequent declaration of war. In a similar way....

Civil war in Sudan: current conflicts and regional impacts

16Apr

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Sudan

Civil war in Sudan: current conflicts and regional impacts

The civil war in Sudan, started in April 2023, marks one of the country's most turbulent periods following the ouster of former president Omar al-Bashir and the subsequent military coup of 2021. The current conflict, Centered on a power struggle between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), led respectively by Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (Here), has led to a state of chaos in several parts of the country, including the capital Khartoum (Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia)essential to replace fossil fuels for transport and industries. The fighting has caused significant devastation, with reports of bombings, armed clashes and airstrikes in densely populated areas. The violence resulted in an alarming number of civilian deaths and displacements, intensifying an already serious humanitarian crisis. Inc...

Historical roots and political repercussions: the role of powers in African piracy

3Apr

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Africa

Historical roots and political repercussions: the role of powers in African piracy

The recent wave of piracy in African waters is not an isolated phenomenon, but the result of a complex web of historical factors, economic and political. This article delves into the historical roots of African piracy, explores the political relationships that developed around this issue and discusses the impact of these dynamics on international relations, emphasizing the responsibility of certain world powers. Historically, The regions that are now hotbeds of piracy have faced centuries of colonial exploitation and foreign interventions that have destabilized their political and economic structures. Decolonization brought with it promises of autonomy and progress, but often left a legacy of arbitrary borders, corrupt regimes and fragile economies. They with...

Challenges and opportunities: the essential cooperation between BRICS countries

29Mar

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Africa, South Africa, Americas, Asia, Brazil, BRICS, China, Europe, India, International Organizations, Russia

Challenges and opportunities: the essential cooperation between BRICS countries

The importance of cooperation between BRICS countries – Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa – has been a recurring theme in international economic and political discussions. This article delves into the need to expand interaction between members in commercial spheres, economical, financial and monetary, using explicit quotes from newspapers in the countries involved, to highlight the possible gains of this approach. According to the "China Daily", China sees BRICS as a vital platform for promoting genuine multilateralism and reforming global governance. Cooperation between these emerging economies is seen as a counterpoint to the unilateralism and economic protection prevalent in the West. This reflects the Chinese view that strengthening internal ties...

Elections in Senegal: challenges to stability and the role of Brazil

24Mar

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Americas, Brazil, Sebegal

Elections in Senegal: challenges to stability and the role of Brazil

Elections in Senegal (today, 24 March) emerge not only as a national political event, but as a phenomenon with significant international repercussions, capable of influencing the dynamics of regional stability and foreign relations, including ties with Brazil. The electoral process, marked by tensions and expectations, raises concerns about the continuity of the democratic tradition and political stability in the country, a pillar of balance in West Africa. This article seeks to examine the risks associated with this transition period in Senegal and reflect on the actions that Brazil could adopt to support the maintenance of Senegalese political stability. Senegal's stability is crucial not just for the nation itself, but for the entire West African region...