João Soto International Space Elevator (João's Ladder)

Elevador Espacial Internacional João Soto, a.k.a. the João Soto International Space Elevator or colloquially as João's Ladder, is the largest space elevator in the world. A multinational project spearheaded by business magnate João Soto, the EEIJS was one of the first attempts made to create an economically viable space elevator. Located in Marajo due to its location relative to the equator and global trade routes, the EEIJS was fundamental in propelling Brazil to regional superpower status, increasing the status of the nearby city of Belem as well as Manaus and opening up the state of Brazilia to greater economic development.