Brazil’s emergence and the potential for Norwegian peacebuilding diplomacy

The past decade has seen Brazil play an increasingly important role on the international stage. While always respected because of the reputation of its career diplomats and its commitment to multilateralism and peaceful conflict resolution, its new global clout has turned it into a major pillar of the emerging international system. Bolstered by economic growth, Brazil has become a prime mover among the emerging powers in calling for new responsibilities and new international rules.