My co-blogger, Hildete, wonders why sometimes I post items from a past date, such as the piece on Dilma and her opponent. To which I say, why the rush? This just in, from The Economist website: from the start of the British newspaper, the Brazils were on top of the index. Our expiring commercial treatyContinue reading “Our expiring commercial treaty with the Brazils”
Monthly Archives: January 2011
Brazil’s presidential election Second round, second thoughts?
The Economist’s endorsement of (eventual loser) Mr. Serra in the Presidential election highlights some issues worth watching in the new Rousseff administration. “Mr Serra also has faults, notably a worrying tendency to try to micromanage everything. But his record suggests that he would move faster to cut wasteful spending and eliminate the fiscal deficit, andContinue reading “Brazil’s presidential election Second round, second thoughts?”
Sex Tourism in Brazil
Gringos (Portuguese slang for foreigners) still have strong stereotypes about Brazilian people. The three most common may still be: great footballers, samba dancers, and beautiful women. The average Brazilian is perceived as someone very attractive, easygoing, and who loves to party. In short: friendly people who mix everyday reality with joy. This advertisement by Victoria’s SecretContinue reading “Sex Tourism in Brazil”
Banco do Brasil expands in the US and Africa
Bank of Brazil announced this week the purchase of a bank in Miami, USA and signing a joint venture with Portuguese bank Espirito Santo and Brazilian rival Bradesco. The acquisitions are part of the internationalization strategy of Brazil biggest public bank, , which includes Latin America, after the recent purchase of Banco Patagonia. In the US, targeting Brazilian High Net Wealth The institution being acquired in MiamiContinue reading “Banco do Brasil expands in the US and Africa”
2011 in person: Dilma Rousseff
The Economist’s 2011 prospective edition covers new Brazilian President, Dilma Rousseff — Like a relay runner receiving the baton yards ahead of her nearest rival, Dilma Rousseff assumes the Brazilian presidency at the head of the strongest government in years, owing much to the person who came before her. Lula da Silva, enjoying stellar popularityContinue reading “2011 in person: Dilma Rousseff”
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