BLUE AMAZON: BRAZIL’S MARITIME VOCATION
BLUE AMAZON: BRAZIL’S MARITIME VOCATION
Author(s): Vinicius Mariano De CarvalhoSubject(s): National Economy, Energy and Environmental Studies, Economic policy, International relations/trade, Maritime Law
Published by: NATO Strategic Communications Centre of Excellence
Keywords: Brazilian maritime strategy; Brazilian Navy; Blue Amazon; strategic communication; strategic communications; grand strategy; seapower;
Summary/Abstract: This article discusses how the concept of the Blue Amazon, created by the Brazilian Navy, is a fundamental tool of strategic communications for establishing and consolidating Brazil as a seapower, hence contributing to the construction of a grand strategy narrative in which maritime power becomes vital to the country. The article explains how the concept was created and how it has been used in relation to the principles of maritime strategy and maritime power. Furthermore, this concept contributes to the strategic redefinition of the perception of Brazilian national identity, reincorporating an awareness of the sea as a key element.
Journal: Defence Strategic Communications
- Issue Year: 7/2019
- Issue No: 7
- Page Range: 85-112
- Page Count: 28
- Language: English