RELAÇÕES NAVAIS ENTRE BRASIL E REINO UNIDO DURANTE A GUERRA FRIA: O CASO DA AQUISIÇÃO DAS FRAGATAS VOSPER

This article aims to analyze the case of the acquisition of Vosper frigates by the Brazilian Navy, which took place in early 1970. Besides being an illustrative case of foreign policy disputes, it demonstrates how economic interests can define the foreign policy of nations. The business of frigates is considered strategic for the relationship between Brazil and the United Kingdom.