Fortalecimento do poder marítimo: influência da teoria de Mahan para manter a proeminência do Brasil em seu entorno estratégico

Abstract

ABSTRACT Brazil's relationship with the sea has existed since the nation's discovery, permeates its political unification and independence and it´s present today, especially in commercial activities, as it is a vector of development for the country. In this context, this research explores the concept of Sea Power and analyzes Alfred Mahan's theory on this concept. The analysis aims, through documentary bibliographic research, to understand how the control of maritime influences on the geopolitical and military strategies of nations and on commercial relations, highlighting the importance of Naval Power in the current global scenario. The importance of the seas for strengthening nations is discussed and also the Sea Power as a crucial component in power projection, allowing nations to exert influence beyond their land borders and guarantee their lines of communication. Examine how current challenges can lead to new technologies to enable the modern Navy to meet future challenges in combat operations and humanitarian actions, demonstrating the need to adapt to new threats and opportunities and reaffirming the role of Navies as a pillar of national security. Analyzes the application of Mahanian theory to avoid regional conflicts, emphasizing the importance of a powerful Navy to project power and guarantee control of the sea, as well as to avoid regional conflicts. In this way, the research sought to demonstrate that Maritime Power continues to be decisive in global geopolitics and that the development of the modern Navy and the application of Mahan's theories indicate that sea´s control remains essential for the country's security and prosperity, in addition to contribute to Brazil maintaining prominence in its regional environment.