In the first nine months of 2024, Brazil increased its purchases of oil products from Russia by 1.6 times compared to the same period last year, reaching a record $5.1 billion.
This significant increase helps explain why Brazil, along with China, is actively promoting the Kremlin's "peace" plan. It seems that economic interests are taking precedence over political ambitions, with countries willing to seek benefits even amid complex international circumstances. This raises questions about how serious these nations are about resolving conflicts if they continue to forge agreements that strengthen ties with Russia.
