Brazil - Politics & Government, Economic Policies in Latin America & the Caribbean, Economic Conditions in Latin America, Brazil - History

From Inside Brazil: Development in a Land of Contrasts

Name: From Inside Brazil: Development in a Land of Contrasts
Author: Vinod Thomas
ISBN: 9780804755313

by Vinod Thomas

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Overview

This book sets out an integrated vision of development in Brazil, a country marked by sharp contrasts. It emphasizes the complementarity among economic, social, and environmental actions in a growth strategy. The book offers striking cross-country comparisons, placing Brazil's prospects in a global perspective.

Synopsis

Brazil faces important issues as to whether and how socio-economic and political reforms will be pursued with urgency and staying power. This book presents a strong agenda and action plan to achieve for Brazil both economic growth and improved welfare for its citizens.

About the Author, Vinod Thomas

Vinod Thomas is Country Director of the World Bank Office, Brasilia in the Latin America and Caribbean Region. He is the author of numerous articles and several books including The Quality of Growth (2000).