Geopolitics of the Amazon

ABSTRACTThe Amazon region has seen major structural changes in which new actors (organized civil society, provincial governments and international organizations) have played a decisive role. Perceptions of change differ, reflecting different global, national and regional interests, and result in conflicts that make it difficult to implement proper public policies. Today, the Amazon is a region in itself, requiring a policy for the consolidation of its development. A strengthening of institutions, new advances in Science, Technology and Innovation and regionalization are suggested strategies.