Bandung Conference
[bænˈdʊŋ ˈkɒnf(ə)r(ə)ns]
noun
Conferência de Bandung
1. A major international conference held in Bandung, Indonesia in April 1955, bringing together 29 African and Asian nations to discuss colonialism, imperialism, and Cold War issues, promoting non-alignment and solidarity among developing nations
The Bandung Conference marked a pivotal moment in the decolonization movement and established the foundation for the Non-Aligned Movement.
A Conferência de Bandung marcou um momento fundamental no movimento de descolonização e estabeleceu a base para o Movimento dos Países Não-Alinhados.
2. A historic gathering that emphasized the principles of mutual respect, sovereignty, and peaceful coexistence among developing countries
Leaders at the Bandung Conference adopted the Ten Principles, promoting cooperation without military alliances.
Líderes na Conferência de Bandung adotaram os Dez Princípios, promovendo cooperação sem alianças militares.
The Bandung Conference holds significant historical importance in both Brazilian and Portuguese contexts, as it represented a pivotal moment for developing nations seeking independence from colonial powers. In Brazil, it is studied as a key event in understanding the country's own approach to non-alignment during the Cold War. The conference is celebrated as a symbol of South-South cooperation and remains relevant in discussions about global governance and the representation of developing nations in international affairs.
Related Idioms & Phrases
the spirit of Bandung - referring to principles of solidarity and non-alignment
Bandung principles - the Ten Principles of peaceful coexistence adopted at the conference
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