Brazil and the Soviet Challenge, 1917-1947

The relationship between Brazil and the Soviet Union was complex and multifaceted. The two countries had very different political and economic systems, and their relationship was often strained by the Cold War. However, there were also periods of cooperation and friendship between the two countries.

Brazil and the Soviet Challenge, 1917–1947

by Stanley E. Hilton

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Diplomatic Relations

Diplomatic relations between Brazil and the Soviet Union were established in 1925. However, these relations were often strained by the Cold War. Brazil was a staunch ally of the United States, and it often voted against Soviet resolutions in the United Nations. The Soviet Union, for its part, viewed Brazil as a puppet of the United States and a threat to its interests in Latin America.

Despite these tensions, there were also periods of cooperation between the two countries. In 1961, Brazil and the Soviet Union signed a trade agreement that called for the exchange of goods and services. The two countries also cooperated on a number of cultural projects, including the exchange of students and scholars.

Economic Relations

Economic relations between Brazil and the Soviet Union were limited during the Cold War. Brazil was a major exporter of agricultural products, while the Soviet Union was a major exporter of industrial goods. However, the two countries did not trade much with each other due to the Cold War. Brazil was afraid of alienating the United States by trading with the Soviet Union, and the Soviet Union was afraid of alienating Brazil by trading with a capitalist country.

Despite these limitations, there were some areas of economic cooperation between the two countries. In 1961, Brazil and the Soviet Union signed a trade agreement that called for the exchange of goods and services. The two countries also cooperated on a number of economic development projects, including the construction of a hydroelectric dam in Brazil.

Cultural Relations

Cultural relations between Brazil and the Soviet Union were limited during the Cold War. The two countries had very different cultures, and there were few opportunities for cultural exchange. However, there were some areas of cultural cooperation between the two countries. In 1961, Brazil and the Soviet Union signed a cultural agreement that called for the exchange of students and scholars. The two countries also cooperated on a number of cultural projects, including the translation of works of literature and art.

The Impact of the Cold War

The Cold War had a significant impact on the relationship between Brazil and the Soviet Union. The Cold War divided the world into two hostile blocs, and Brazil and the Soviet Union were on opposite sides of this divide. This made it difficult for the two countries to maintain a close relationship.

The Cold War also led to a number of conflicts between Brazil and the Soviet Union. In 1961, Brazil and the Soviet Union fought a brief war over the disputed territory of the Amazon rainforest. The war ended with a ceasefire, but the two countries remained hostile to each other.

The relationship between Brazil and the Soviet Union was complex and multifaceted. The two countries had very different political and economic systems, and their relationship was often strained by the Cold War. However, there were also periods of cooperation and friendship between the two countries. Brazil and the Soviet Union eventually resumed diplomatic relations in 1991.

Brazil and the Soviet Challenge, 1917–1947

by Stanley E. Hilton

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	957 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	304 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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