A Institucionalização da paradiplomacia no Brasil: um estudo de caso do estado de Goiás

Abstract

This master's thesis aimed to explore instruments for an institutional approach to paradiplomacy in Brazil, with particular attention to the state of Goiás between 2001 and 2023. We began with the historical method to analyze the institutional trajectory of paradiplomatic structures at the state level and the development of a set of evaluation and comparison parameters. Among the landlocked states (Goiás, Minas Gerais e Tocantins), distant from borders and sea exits, we focused on the case of the state of Goiás, as it has had an international unit since 2001 but has not received sufficient attention in the literature. It is observed that up until 2023, Goiás has made progress in the institutionalization of paradiplomacy, although there are threats of reversal of this process. Paradiplomatic action, in light of the experience of other brazilian states, requires a technical team and specialized subdivisions in a number compatible with the challenges of assisting and coordinating international activities with other public administration bodies, based on a participatory strategic plan. Thus, this work seeks to contribute to the expansion of the literature and the strengthening of public management of international relations in Goiás.