Bibliograph

The political economy of an emerging global power, in search of the Brazil dream, Lourdes Casanova, Julian Kassum

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The political economy of an emerging global power, in search of the Brazil dream, Lourdes Casanova, Julian Kassum

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 179-187) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The political economy of an emerging global power

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

870285673

Responsibility statement

Lourdes Casanova, Julian Kassum

Series statement

International political economy series

Sub title

in search of the Brazil dream

Summary

This book discusses whether Brazil's rise on the global stage is barely beginning, or whether it has already hit a plateau, held back by numerous domestic challenges and the external constraints of the global governance system. The work shows that Brazil's hard power capability is greater than it is often believed, that this power largely rests on its energy, food and financial reserves. But Brazil's biggest strength lies in soft power as Brazil is able to 'seduce' other states with its culture, values and policies. 'The Political Economy of an Emerging Global Power; describes how Brazil is developing its own model of growth and development with some features of state capitalism and innovative forms of welfare. The authors examine the role played by the state in the Brazilian business and industry sector and ask whether the 'Brazilian model' can be an alternative to the old 'Washington Consensus'. Finally, they assess the country's numerous domestic challenges and how these may prevent it from becoming an effective global power. These challenges are found in the economic and social areas as well as in the educational area.--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Introduction : Brazil at a crossroads -- I. A champion of soft power -- 1. A friendly giant -- 2. The Brasilia consensus : still a valid model? -- II. A hard power nation in the making -- 3. Brazil's economic power -- 4. Brazilian companies going global -- III. What will propel Brazil forward? -- 5. Strengthening Brazil's competitiveness -- 6. Sustaining social innovation 7. In search of a role on the global stage -- 8. Looking for answers -- 9. Conclusion : building the Brazil dream

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