 | Brazil - Facts & Figures |
The core information on the people and their history, geography, politics, military, economy and statistics everyone needs to know about Brazil, supplied by the CIA.
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Background:
Following three centuries under the rule of Portugal, Brazil became an
independent nation in 1822 and a republic in 1889. By far the largest and most
populous country in South America, Brazil overcame more than half a century of
military intervention in the governance of the country when in 1985 the military
regime peacefully ceded power to civilian rulers. Brazil continues to pursue
industrial and agricultural growth and development of its interior. Exploiting
vast natural resources and a large labor pool, it is today South America's
leading economic power and a regional leader. Highly unequal income distribution
and crime remain pressing problems.
This information comes from the CIA
World Factbook.
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