Is There a Military Pivot to China Underway by President Lula’s Brazil?

President Lula’s recent decision to station Brazilian general officers permanently in Beijing marks a historic shift in Brazil’s defense partnerships. While proponents frame this as a move toward “strategic autonomy,” a closer examination reveals troubling parallels to colonial-era relationships that could further subordinate Brazil to Chinese interests rather than liberate it from foreign dependence. The … Continue reading Is There a Military Pivot to China Underway by President Lula’s Brazil?