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Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva criticized what he termed a 'renewed colonial push' targeting developing nations.
His remarks were delivered during a summit held in Colombia.
Lula's statement underscored concerns about external interference and the need for sovereignty for previously colonized countries.
The comments reflect a broader sentiment among Global South leaders advocating for greater autonomy and equitable international relations.
The historical process where former colonies gained political independence from imperial powers.
The contemporary practice of using economic, political, or cultural pressures to control or influence other countries, particularly former dependencies, without direct political control.
A term referring to countries in Africa, Latin America, and developing Asia, often sharing common experiences of colonialism, underdevelopment, and a desire for a more equitable world order.
A forum of 120 developing world states that are not formally aligned with or against any major power bloc, advocating for national independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.
An association of five major emerging national economies (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) that often serves as a platform for cooperation and a collective voice for the Global South on international issues.
GS-II: International Relations - Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests; Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests.
General Awareness - Current Affairs, International Organizations and Events.
Medium for UPSC (conceptual IR topics), Low-Medium for SSC (specific factual details).
A geopolitical and socio-economic term referring to countries often located in the Southern Hemisphere, generally considered developing or newly industrialized, sharing common historical experiences and development challenges.
The practice of using economic, political, cultural, or other pressures to control or influence other countries, especially former dependencies, without direct political control.