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?”
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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”
BRICs: Trillon Dollar Club
In an excellent piece with a very useful graphic, The Economist contrasts and compares the BRICs according to several categories, pointing out that the four countries are far from homogenous. “The BRICs have also stepped up competition between one another in third countries. Although the flow of aid and investment from rich countries to poorContinue reading “BRICs: Trillon Dollar Club”
Africa yo te estoy llamando a ti – Africa eclipsing BRICs in Growth?
Ella baila la portugueza Estoy llamando a todas las morenas Y las llamada la viene da la luz Con calma se baila esta danza Y con amor canto yo esta cancion Africa bamba ase a un lado a la tristeza Y otra mas dulce no la podras encontrar – Santana, Africa Bamba The Economist notesContinue reading “Africa yo te estoy llamando a ti – Africa eclipsing BRICs in Growth?”
Brazil’s presidential election Better late than never?
In covering Mr. Serra’s challenge to Dilma Rousseff, The Economist notes some possible areas of vulnerability – we will see if these become factors when she becomes President and assumes a role on the world stage. “In the two candidates’ debates since October 3rd, an energised Mr Serra has landed some telling blows. A fewContinue reading “Brazil’s presidential election Better late than never?”
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