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DESCRIPTION:Jorge Muniz de Souza Mortean (University of Sao Paolo)\n\nBrazi
 l’s expanding influence in the Indian Ocean mirrors the historical pathway
 s once navigated by Portuguese explorers. As Portugal’s colonial legacy fa
 des\, Brazil now emerges as a bridge between continents\, fostering econom
 ic ties\, cultural exchange\, and diplomatic collaboration. The Lusophone 
 connection—shared language\, traditions\, and historical bonds—positions B
 razil strategically. By leveraging this heritage\, Brazil can lead South-S
 outh cooperation\, and as a rising global player\, Brazil’s new engagement
  intersects with trade routes\, security dynamics\, and cultural exchanges
 . This seminar explores Brazil’s strategic interests\, historical ties\, a
 nd potential collaborations in the Indian Ocean\, emphasizing the importan
 ce of fostering partnerships among Southern nations.\n	\n	Light refreshments
  served.\n
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DTEND:20241002T210000Z
LOCATION:116\, Peterson Hall\, CA\, QC\, Montreal\, H3A 0E6\, 3460 rue McTa
 vish
SUMMARY:IOWC Speaker Series: Jorge Muniz de Souza Mortean\, 'Sailing the Lu
 sophone Legacy: Brazil’s Geopolitical Odyssey in the Indian Ocean'
URL:https://www.mcgill.ca/history/channels/event/iowc-speaker-series-jorge-
 muniz-de-souza-mortean-sailing-lusophone-legacy-brazils-geopolitical-35956
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