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    Posted 10 Dec 2025

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    Article Summary

    Article Summary

     The Naval Chief’s visit to Brazil—a geographically vast South American nation bordered by all regional states except Chile and Ecuador—highlights its strategic importance.

    Chief of the Naval Staff embarks on an official visit to Brazil.

    Brazil (Capital: Brasília)

    Political Features

    • It is the 5th largest country in the world.
    • Location: Eastern part of South America.
    • Borders: It borders every South American country except Chile and Ecuador. 
    • Coastline: Atlantic coastline on its eastern side.

    Geographical Features

    • Natural Resources: Gold, bauxite, diamonds, platinum, iron, tin, coal, and several other minerals
    • Major Mountains: Pico da Neblina (Highest)
    • Major Rivers: Amazon, Parana etc.
    • Tags :
    • Brazil
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