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Gringoes: why would you live in Brazil?

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Mark Hillary

I’m a regular reader of the Gringoes.com website. It’s a magazine for foreigners living and working in Brazil and the downsides of being in Brazil are a regular theme of articles and discussion, particularly in the associated Facebook group where … Continue reading →

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Brazil moves up IT rankings – but skills gap and red tape threaten future progress

Posted on September 27, 2011 by Mark Hillary

The IT sector in Brazil has become more competitive but excessive taxation and scarcity of qualified manpower continue to hamper growth, according to a study carried out by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU).

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Audio report: WEF Rio opening session

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Mark Hillary

Angelica Mari is on the ground at the World Economic Forum on Latin America, taking place over the next couple of days in Rio de Janeiro. In this audio report she outlines some initial views from the opening session – … Continue reading →

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