President Rousseff Proposes Social Security Reform in Brazil
With Brazilian population getting older and life-expectancy increasing country must face 'head on’ the social security reform, says President.
January 8, 2016Topic
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Electronics Industry in Brazil Predicts Gloomy 2016
End of the fiscal benefits given by government will increase prices of smart phones, computers and tablets by at least...
January 8, 2016
Brazil Seen by Eurasia Group as One of Top Risks in 2016
Brazil is expected to face tough economic and political challenges this year and made Eurasia Group's top ten risk list.
January 6, 2016
Brazil’s Rousseff Vetoes Increase in Bolsa Familia Welfare Program
Brazil's President Rousseff stated that the increase in Bolsa Familia benefits would mean the removal of many families from the...
January 4, 2016
Brazil’s Government Raises Monthly Minimum Wage to R$880
The 11.6 percent increase will impact directly on more than 40 million workers and retirees who receive minimum wage.
December 30, 2015
Rousseff to Meet with Cabinet, Governors Before New Year
Participants of both meetings with the President are expected to discuss the federal and state economic scenarios for 2016.
December 28, 2015
Important Discussions Halt as Congress Starts Recess in Brazil
Impeachment proceedings against President Dilma Rousseff and the possible ousting of Chamber of Deputies president, Eduardo Cunha, resume in February...
December 23, 2015
Mercosur to Discuss Trade Agreements with Other Blocs
Mercosur to Discuss Trade Agreements with Other Blocs. Mercosur EU trade deal coverage and expert analysis from The Rio Times....
December 21, 2015
Brazilian Finance Minister Joaquim Levy Replaced
Levy tried to implement tough economic measures, but received criticism from both within and outside the Administration.
December 19, 2015