Pardee Institute’s FBIC tool inspires an article in BBC Brasil

A recent report published in the Economist, which utilized Pardee Institute’s Formal Bilateral Influence Capacity Index (FBIC) data to compare the level of influence of some countries among the members of the G77, has inspired another article by BBC Brasil. The piece titled “Who competes with Brazil for leadership of the 'Global South” delves into the dynamics of influence within the Global South, focusing on Brazil's role and its competitors. 

The FBIC data influenced BBC Brasil's analysis of how Brazil positions itself as a leader among developing nations and leverages its economic, political, and cultural ties to assert influence. Observing Brazil’s strategic partnerships and initiatives aimed at strengthening its leadership status. 

Additionally, the article compares Brazil's influence with that of other emerging powers, such as China, India, and Russia who also compete for leadership within the Global South. 

Prominent publications like The Economist and BBC Brasil Pardee citing the Pardee Institute’s FBIC data highlights the tool’s relevance and utility in understanding global dynamics, grows the Institute’s contribution to the field of international studies, and affirms the importance of the Institute's research in informing public discourse and policymaking.