non-aligned movement
[/nɒn əˈlaɪnd ˈmuːvmənt/]
nounpl: non-aligned movements
movimento dos países não-alinhados
1. A political and diplomatic movement of countries that did not formally align with either the United States or the Soviet Union during the Cold War, promoting independence and mutual non-interference
India played a leading role in the non-aligned movement during the Cold War era.
A Índia desempenhou um papel de liderança no movimento dos países não-alinhados durante a era da Guerra Fria.
2. A coalition of nations seeking to maintain neutrality and independence in international relations, prioritizing sovereignty and self-determination
The non-aligned movement promoted the principles of peaceful coexistence among developing nations.
O movimento dos países não-alinhados promovia os princípios de coexistência pacífica entre nações em desenvolvimento.
This historical movement was particularly significant for Latin American, African, and Asian nations seeking independence from Cold War superpowers. In Brazilian and Portuguese education, it remains an important topic in history and international relations studies, representing the aspirations of developing nations for autonomy and self-determination.
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