I have always been very much intrigued by Brazil. I have read many books about it and imagined visions have always floated around in my mind. Sadly I still haven’t had the chance to visit this beautiful country. Maybe I should.
Brazil is the fifth largest country in the world and it covers a large part of South America. With a population of about 190 million people it is one of biggest nations in the world. The genetic background of the population is very diverse. Historically for a long time Brazil has been a target country for European emigrants and during the times of slavery a large number of black slaves were sold in Brazil. Today they are the ancestors of Brazilian nation. The climate and wildlife of Brazil is very variable. A part of Brazil is also the Amazon area which in general is called the ‘’lungs of earth’’. So Brazil is a vital part of the world.
Brazil has the largest national economy of the whole Latin America region. It has large and developed sectors in agriculture, industry and service. As it covers a large part of the continent Brazil has vast amount of natural resources which the successfully export. Currently Brazil undergoes a heavy investment phase meaning that its economy is viewed as developing and with a great potential. Of course Brazil also has experienced economic problems and in 2002 received a large monetary rescue package from International Monetary Fund. The loan was repaid in 2005. Due to the population levels Brazil also has a large labor force. The general prognosis for Brazil promises it a bright future.
Of course not all is that good and shiny. Despite the developing economy the poverty level is still quite high. Poverty on the other hand generates high crime levels and currently Brazil is not considered the safest place on Earth. Lot of robberies and kidnappings occur in Brazil and in most cases foreign visitors are the target audience. This fact can and probably is hurting the tourism sector of Brazil. But I imagine that as the economy grows so will the poverty levels decrease and with them also the crime levels.
Don’t be afraid of Brazil. Visit it, trade with it or invest in it. It can be the best thing for you to do. It is just another opportunity the life provides to you. What you do with that is solely your choice.
