The north-east: politics, water and poverty

Article Abstract:

North-east Brazil faces drought, which has hit crops and livestock. Food relief, work-schemes and funds for sinking wells have been provided by the government which has insisted on civic commitees being set up for the distribution of aid. Drought has a more serious impact because of the poverty of the region, which means that there is less incentive for the private sector to supply food and water in drought years. The states of Bahia and Ceara have attracted investment, and there is unrealised potential for an expansion of fruit farming in Rio Grande do Norte. There is a need for more small-scale irrigation projects and better education in the north-east.

Economic Programs, Administration of Economic Programs, Brazil, Subsidies, Droughts

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Latin America cheers up

Article Abstract:

Latin American countries are working towards greater economic stability. Ambitious plans exist in many countries to reduce the public debt and curb inflation. In most countries these reforms depend on the stability of newly elected democratic governments.

Management, National debt, Latin America, Public debts, Civil-military relations

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