Análise do investimento em defesa de Brasil, Índia e Rússia

Abstract

This dissertation aims to deepen the understanding of defense investments made by the countries Brazil, India, and Russia, considering the motivations that guide these investments and their inherent strategic significance. Defense investments are shaped by a multitude of factors, including the need to protect territories and populations, ensure national security, maintain regional stability, and, in some cases, project global influence. The motivation to invest in defense varies according to the political, geographical, historical, and economic context of each country. In the case of Brazil, the protection of its vast territorial expanse and defense of strategic natural resources play a crucial role. Additionally, the pursuit of autonomy and independence in technology and arms production also influences decisions regarding defense investment. In India, one of the world's largest democracies, defense investments aim to secure against potential threats in a geographically sensitive region where historical conflicts persist. Furthermore, India seeks to modernize its armed forces to ensure its position as a relevant global actor. Russia, historically a military power, invests in defense to protect its vast territories, maintain influence in its sphere of neighborhood, and compete with other global powers. Defense is an intrinsic part of its national identity and the projection of its geopolitical role. The relevance of these investments transcends national borders, impacting global security and stability directly. They shape strategic alliances, power balances, and ultimately have the potential to influence the course of international affairs. Understanding these investments and their motivations is essential for analyzing the current and future geopolitical landscape and for seeking a safer and more equitable global order.