The city of Rio de Janeiro is known around the world for its natural beauty, gorgeous beaches, friendly people and its yearly "Carnaval".
Global athletic competitions to have long-lasting effects for their host city
More than just a simple eyesore, the slums that house more than one-third of Rio de Janeiro's population pose a great challenge for city leaders as they prepare to host the next World Cup and 2016 Summer Olympics.
Despite the pressure of organizing the world's premier sporting competition, Maria Silva Bastos Marques seems to be taking it in her stride.
Since the global crisis hit world markets in 2008, making the grade for investment and moving up the rankings of rating agencies has been difficult for many national governments, let alone for regional, state and municipal authorities.
As Brazil's economy grows in strength and power, the city of Rio de Janeiro is beginning to show its importance and is about to build on its newfound global business prowess.
It may have started as a dream back in 1998, but what was once an idea for solutions in the commissioning process of complex industrial plants has become a successful reality. Today Forship is synonymous with innovation and solutions for both commissioning and regulatory support services.
The state of Rio de Janeiro is noted for its natural beauty and natural resources, which now include discoveries of so-called pre-salt energy that could be profoundly important to the region's petrochemical industry.
As Brazil readies itself to host the world's two largest sporting contests, its leaders realize the importance of having the right infrastructure in place to sustain growth and handle the transportation of goods and people these events will demand.
Country aims for economic growth, ups social spending
Angola has become a shining example of how a country can transform itself.
The 2002 merger of Maxam Corp International and CPEA of Angola has brought together local explosive materials expertise along with an infusion of global capital.
In a country where digitalization has just made a small impact, Imprensa Nacional de Angola, the only authorized national printer, outlined a blueprint to move towards digitalization and modernization.
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