Newsletter

Recently, the United Nations (UN) recognized the expansion of Brazil's maritime territory, marking a significant geopolitical achievement for the country. The decision, which involves a substantial extension of the continental shelf, allows Brazil to exercise greater control over natural resources in the area, such as oil, gas, and marine biodiversity.
 
The expansion of Brazil's maritime territory was acknowledged by the Commission on the Limits of the Continental Shelf (CLCS), a UN-affiliated body responsible for evaluating requests for the extension of maritime areas. As a result, Brazil gains sovereignty over approximately 170,000 additional square kilometers in the South Atlantic, in addition to the 3.6 million square kilometers previously recognized. This achievement results from years of technical and diplomatic studies conducted by the Brazilian Navy and other specialized institutions.
 
The main advantage of this expansion is Brazil's exclusive right to explore the natural resources in the region, which include oil and natural gas, as well as rich marine biodiversity. This recognition strengthens Brazil's position in the international arena and could generate long-term economic benefits.
 
Furthermore, the decision reinforces the importance of Brazil's presence in the South Atlantic, especially in a global context where competition for maritime territories and natural resources has intensified.
 
With the UN's recognition, Brazil can now move forward with the regulation and sustainable exploration of these new areas. Implementing strategies for environmental protection and responsible resource management will be essential to ensure that this expansion brings lasting benefits to the country.
 
This achievement strengthens Brazil's position as a maritime power and highlights the crucial role of diplomacy and scientific research in expanding rights over the continental shelf.

This alert was produced by partner Bernardo Mendes Vianna, from the Maritime area, who is available in case of doubts.