Is China's Engagement with Brazil, an Opportunity or Threat?

Abstract

Brazil's aspiration to become a member of the global elite has led to increased economic and military engagement with China. China increased Brazilian investment in 2010 by over 5000% to 17 billion dollars. China has supplanted the United States as the number one trading partner to Brazil. While the United States struggles to recover from the global financial crisis and continues to engage world wide it cannot take its eye off of the Americas. Every investment by China is a missed opportunity for the United States. Stronger international relations between the United States and Brazil are required. But before developing any policy the United States must gain an appreciation of Brazil's global interests. Brazil will pursue these interests with or without the United States. Left unchecked China's continued engagement will diminish the United States prestige in South America. If the United States desires a role in shaping the future of the Americas it is necessary to change its engagement policy with Brazil or prepare for a much different backyard.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 22, 2012
Accession Number
ADA561854

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  • Rick Ryczkowski

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  • United States Army War College

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