O caminho para a adesão brasileira ao Tratado de Não Proliferação Nuclear (1950-1998)

Abstract

This study aims to understand how Brazil shifted its stance on the use of nuclear technology, transitioning from a position of nuclear autonomy to compliance with the control requirements of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). The analysis focuses on historical and political transformations, particularly in the post-World War II context. It also investigates the motivations and challenges that led Brazil to seek accession to the treaty after prolonged resistance, analyzing the differences between governments that were supportive or opposed to international pressures, especially those exerted by the United States. The research adopts a qualitative approach and a hypothetical-deductive method, relying on bibliographic analysis of books and articles on Brazilian foreign policy and nuclear policy, as well as official documents, speeches, and diplomatic treaties.