Lula 3 e o revigoramento da parceria estratégica com a China

Abstract

This article analyzes the evolution of Sino-Brazilian relations in the context of Lula's third government, considering the intensification of disputes between the United States and China and their repercussions in Latin America. The central objective is to examine how Brazil has sought to balance its relations with the two global powers, maintaining China as its main commercial partner while developing regional integration strategies. The methodology employed bibliographic research, documentary analysis of government agencies (MRE, MPOG, MDIC) and statistical data from the Comexstat platform on trade balance and Chinese foreign direct investment. The results demonstrate that China has consolidated itself as Brazil's largest commercial partner since 2009, with significant flows of foreign direct investment concentrated in extractive and energy sectors. The study reveals an asymmetric but complementary relationship, with Brazil exporting commodities and importing manufactured products. The conclusions indicate that the Lula 3 government adopts pragmatic diplomacy, using initiatives such as the Brasília Consensus and the 5 South American Integration Routes to strengthen regional leadership, while seeking synergies with Chinese strategies, thus maintaining the necessary geopolitical balance.