continental integration
[kən-ˈti-nən-təl ˌin-tə-ˈɡrā-shən]
nounpl: continental integrations
integração continental
1. The process of combining countries or regions within a continent into a unified economic, political, or social system
Continental integration in South America has strengthened trade relationships between member nations.
A integração continental na América do Sul fortaleceu as relações comerciais entre as nações membros.
2. The removal of barriers such as tariffs and regulations to facilitate movement of goods, services, capital, and people across a continent
Continental integration aims to create a single market without internal borders.
A integração continental visa criar um mercado único sem fronteiras internas.
3. A political and economic project for closer cooperation and coordination among continental countries
The EU is considered the most successful model of continental integration.
A UE é considerada o modelo mais bem-sucedido de integração continental.
Continental integration is particularly significant in Latin America, where MERCOSUR and other regional agreements represent attempts at South American economic unity. In Brazilian context, it often relates to discussions of MERCOSUR expansion and South American cooperation frameworks. The term gained prominence during trade negotiations and policy discussions throughout the 1990s and 2000s.
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