A efetividade dos fuzileiros navais e do sistema de defesa nuclear, biológica, química, e radiológica da Marinha do Brasil na pandemia de covid-19: uma análise das respostas às novas ameaças

Abstract

ABSTRACT The effectiveness of the marines and the Brazilian Navy's nuclear, biological, chemical, and radiological defense system in the COVID-19 pandemic: an analysis of responses to new threats This study aims to assess the effectiveness of the Nuclear, Biological, Chemical, and Radiological Defense System in addressing to new threats, with a particular empha-sis on the Covid-19 pandemic.The Marine Corps, primarily specialized in amphibious operations and power projection, was actively engaged in combating transnational threats. During the pandemic, they were mobilized to address various fronts, inclu-ding disinfecting public spaces, combating virus spread, and distributing supplies and logistical support. Thus, it is essential to evaluate the efficacy of these actions and the role of the Marine Corps in addressing biological threats. The results indicate that their involvement was significantly relevant in combating the pandemic, notably in training public and private agents to enhance the critical mass of response teams and ensure the continuity of essential services. However, despite the proven impor-tance and effectiveness, challenges remain, such as the need for investment in trai-ning, equipment, and specific drills to keep pace with evolving transnational threats. Therefore, it is concluded that the Marine Corps is crucial for Brazil’s defense and security, having demonstrated its effectiveness in border protection, climate-related disasters, and contemporary threats, including during the Covid-19 pandemic. None-theless, continued investment and modernization of the Marine Corps and the Sis-DefNBQR-MB are necessary to ensure their readiness to confront potential future threats.