O papel do BNDES nas relações Brasil-Angola

Abstract

This paper aimed to address the role of the National Bank for Economic and Social Development (BNDES) in the internationalization of Brazilian companies in Angola, with the latter being the object of study of this paper, and to reflect on the role it has taken within Brazil's international agenda. The history of Angola and its relations with Brazil were discussed, as well as the history of BNDES and the characteristics of its international operations. Theoretical concepts such as Development Cooperation, South-South Cooperation, Subimperialism, Pragmatism, and Brazilian Foreign Policy were also explored to elucidate the role of BNDES' international activities. The methodology used included a qualitative bibliographic review and data collection based on contracts between BNDES and Angola, aiming to contextualize its operations. Themes such as International Development Cooperation, South-South Cooperation, Brazilian Foreign Policy, Subimperialism, and Economic Pragmatism were addressed. A descriptive methodology was employed to gather data on BNDES' international operations in Angola and its characteristics, providing an overview of the context in which they occurred, relevant theories and issues, changes over the years, and the main areas in which it operated.