Showing posts with label Brazil. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Brazil. Show all posts

World Politics: The rise of the Greens

Green parties move into the mainstream. Although not yet a global phenomenon, the Green movement is coming of age.

World Politics: Should reparations be paid for colonialism?

Some UK-based Africans and Indians believe they rightfully profit from Britain in payment for prior 'rapes' of their countries. Is that right?

Brazil: Transform the Big Worm into a linear park

If New York can do it, so could Sao Paolo: kill the noise and pollution, and create an urban recreation facility.

Britain: Should bankers receive annual bonuses?

They are contractual, and London is the global bonus capital, but should they be prohibited or capped? And how would that effect the UK?

France: Bankrupt without Africa or Germany?

Subsidies at home, support from the Germans, and reaping the benefits of historic foreign escapades. Is France broke?

South Sudan: creating a new capital at Ramciel

But are centrally-located new capital cities typically successful? Other countries' experiences might provide an answer.

Afghanistan: hand of friendship reaches out beyond Pakistan

As Karzai signs strategic pact with India, did Burhanuddin Rabbani's assassination create a chasm between Afghanistan and Pakistan?

Russia: a country of Tsars

Vladimir Putin looks set to be in charge until 2024, but his hold on power could extend way beyond then.

World: how useful is English really?

It's the "World language", they say. But if that's the case, why are so many people learning Mandarin these days?

Bangladesh: jute boom

After years of decline, the 'golden fibre' is resurgent. How will this effect Asia's 4th poorest economy?

World: look South for opportunities

Maybe some Westerners feel their countries are largely cooked, but Angola and Brazil present fresh challenges.

World: the arrogance of capitals

Residents of capitals have a habit of looking down on people from smaller places. Is this always warranted?

Italy: Lampedusa, one gateway to Europe

The Mediterranean island struggles under the strain of a constant refugee influx. It's not alone.