What were the effects of the Falklands/Malvinas War on Anglo-Brazilian diplomatic and defence relations between 1982-1985?

The Falklands/Malvinas War (FMW), the most recent conflict in the South Atlantic, is predominately studied in relation to its combatant nations. However, as this article demonstrates, the FMW (April-June 1982) had significant repercussions for Anglo-Brazilian diplomatic and defence relations. At the time, Argentina was governed by a military junta (1976-1983), which led the country into war, resulting in a decisive defeat and the eventual collapse of the regime. In contrast, the United Kingdom’s victory strengthened the Conservative government under Thatcher, reversing its declining political fortunes. The FMW also affected Brazil’s foreign and defence policies. Under military dictatorship since 1964, Brazil had recently improved relations with Argentina following President Figueiredo’s 1980 visit to Buenos Aires. While Brazil’s historical ties with the UK were positive, its 20th-century.