[Brazil] - Brazil's Army Chief is Fostering Strategic Advances With China

INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
China and BRICS nations.He outlined his upcoming visit to China, focusing on science, technology, and military capabilities.During the
Artillery Day celebrations at the 11th Air Artillery Group, General Paiva expressed his desire to visit all BRICS countries.He has already
visited India, but noted that the conflict in Ukraine has deterred a trip to Russia.Despite U.S.-China tensions, he anticipates no issues
reactivating the Special Commission on Dead and Disappeared Persons, suspended under former President Jair Bolsonaro.He emphasized the
importance of this humanitarian effort to fully understand past events.On military ethics, General Paiva reiterated the non-politicization
in Rio Grande do Sul.Furthermore, General Paiva detailed strategic interests in cooperating with China, specifically in renewable energy,
cyber defense, and advanced missile systems.The General highlighted the importance of anti-access and area denial strategies, widely
employed by several nations including China.He also assured ongoing support for indigenous communities, such as the Yanomami, dismissing any
neutrality and focusing on operational responsibilities nationwide.