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Brazil’s Fight

Rafale Fighter Jets

Brazil reportedly agreed to pay billions of dollars for 36 French fighter jets. The purchase follows the deal between France and Brazil in December to jointly build five submarines and France is also selling 50 military helicopters to Latin America’s rising power.

The moves will help Brazil protect its borders and defend its valuable natural resources.

Photo from AP.

 

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David Kampf

David Kampf is a writer and researcher based in Washington, DC. He is also a columnist for Asia Chronicle. He analyzes international politics, foreign policy and economic development, and his pieces have appeared in various publications, including China Rights Forum, African Security Review and World Politics Review. Recently, he directed communications for the U.S. Agency for International Development and President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief in Rwanda. Prior to living in East Africa, he worked in China and studied in Brazil, India and South Africa.

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International Politics; Foreign Affairs; Economic Development

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