A BR 230 E O COMÉRCIO EXTERIOR: POTENCIAL DE DESENVOLVIMENTO ECONÔMICO NA REGIÃO AMAZÔNICA

The Trans-Amazonian Highway, also known as BR-230, was established in the 1970s with the goal of connecting the Amazon to the rest of Brazil, fostering settlement and economic growth. It was initiated during the Médici administration to link the North and Northeast of Brazil and attract investments to the region. However, geographical barriers such as rivers and unstable soils complicated its construction and resulted in the abandonment of various sections. With a length of 4,260 km, BR-230 holds significant potential for international trade, particularly in the Manaus-Porto Velho section, which has more suitable infrastructure. Conversely, the Altamira-Lábrea stretch faces adverse conditions, restricting transportation and access to global markets.