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Error in Paraná's borders is corrected and Santa Catarina gains an area equivalent to 490 football fields, in an adjustment that reflects decades of history between the states.
Imagine losing an area equivalent to 490 soccer fields! That's what happened to Paraná, which saw part of its territory officially declared as belonging to Santa Catarina. All of this was due to an error in the border that had gone uncorrected for decades. The territorial dispute made headlines when a farmer noticed a discrepancy in the division, and the case led to the reopening of a debate that dates back to the 1920s. Now, with the agreement formalized between the governments of the two states, Paraná is losing territory to Santa Catarina in a decision that impacts not only the map, but also the history and politics of the region.
The error in the border and the farmer's discovery
This entire territorial dispute began with a simple but very important observation. A farmer noticed that the border between Paraná and Santa Catarina was not aligned with historical records. This detail led the authorities to investigate, and that's when everything came to light: there was a difference between the territory shown on the map and what it really should be.
After a detailed analysis conducted by technicians from Diget (Territorial Management Directorate) of Paraná, the error was confirmed. This area, which was recognized as Paraná territory, actually belonged to Santa Catarina, totaling 490 hectares that, officially, are now part of Santa Catarina.
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How did Paraná lose territory to Santa Catarina?
Confirmation of this error led to an agreement between the governments of Santa Catarina and Paraná. On August 31, Santa Catarina's Planning Secretary, Edgard Usuy, and Paraná's Planning Secretary, Guto Silva, met to discuss the issue. The result? The decision that the area in question, which is equivalent to 490 soccer fields, is now officially Santa Catarina territory.
They territorial adjustment does not mean that there was a change in the terms of the original 1922 agreement, but rather a new, more precise interpretation of the maps. The update of the boundaries was based on a detailed study of the boundaries, which had remained imprecise for over a century between Guaratuba (PR) and Garuva (SC).
The history of the territorial dispute between Paraná and Santa Catarina
This territorial dispute between Paraná and Santa Catarina is nothing new. It dates back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, a period marked by conflicts such as the Contestado War. The region was the scene of fierce disputes over land and power, and at the end of the conflict, stone markers were installed to demarcate the division between the two states.
These landmarks, established after the Contestado War, were an attempt to settle the territorial issue once and for all. However, the technologies of the time were not so precise, and the exact definition of the boundaries was subject to interpretation. It was not until 1922 that a formal agreement was established, but the recent discovery of the error has shown that the borders were still far from perfect.
The role of IBGE and the union in approving the agreement
Now that Paraná and Santa Catarina have reached an agreement, the next step is approval by the Union. Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE) has the responsibility of ratifying the change, with the possibility of carrying out new studies if necessary. This process is essential for the new territorial definition to have official validity and be incorporated into Brazilian maps.
Although Paraná has lost territory to Santa Catarina, the decision is still pending this stage of approval. Only after official confirmation will the map of Brazil be updated with the new division between the two states.
The impact of territorial loss for Paraná and the benefit for Santa Catarina
For Paraná, the loss of territory represents not only a reduction in the state's hectares, but also a symbolic impact. The territory that becomes part of Santa Catarina could have economic, cultural and even management implications, since any change in borders could affect the distribution of resources and territorial planning.
On the other hand, for Santa Catarina, the situation is seen as a historic recovery of lands that, according to the 1922 agreement, should always belong to the state. This gain can reinforce Santa Catarina's presence in the region and consolidate Santa Catarina's identity in the territory.
The relevance of currencies in Brazil
This case between Paraná and Santa Catarina shows how state borders can be more complex than they seem. Territorial disputes can impact not only physical borders, but also relations between states and the way they share and manage resources.
Although the territorial dispute between Paraná and Santa Catarina may seem like a technical detail to many, its impact is real. After all, geographic location and territorial delimitation are fundamental to issues such as tax collection, urban planning and economic development. This is why the precise definition of borders is so important for the stability and progress of the states.
What to expect now with the change?
The territorial dispute between Paraná and Santa Catarina will probably not have major repercussions on the lives of residents near the border, but the confirmation of the area as part of Santa Catarina could bring some long-term changes. The impact could be felt in terms of resource management and even in incentive programs for the region, since the state of Santa Catarina will have more territory under its administration.
While the approval process is still ongoing, authorities in both states continue to monitor and adjust local operations to ensure the transition is as smooth as possible. The IBGE will still analyze whether the change will be adopted in its official records, but until then, Paraná is already aware that part of its territory now belongs to Santa Catarina.
