by Global Sherpa | Nov 4, 2012 | Aid & Development, Brazil, Business, China, Countries, India, Sustainability
While infrastructure isn’t exactly the sexiest topic in international development, it’s hard to argue with its importance. India’s massive power blackout in July, the largest in world history, is a stark reminder of infrastructure’s critical role in economic...
by Global Sherpa | Jun 3, 2012 | Brazil, Countries, Quiz
The Brazil quiz tests your knowledge of interesting facts about Brazil, the world’s fifth largest country by population. The quiz has 10 questions. Your score, correct answers and explanations appear at the end. Enjoy! [QUIZZIN 14] For more fun quizzes,...
by Global Sherpa | Aug 31, 2011 | Aid & Development, Brazil, China, Cities & Countries, Countries, Foreign Policy, India
Foreign aid from the four original BRIC countries (Brazil, Russia, India and China) more than doubled from 2005 to 2008, according to the organization Global Humanitarian Assistance. During that period, China’s foreign assistance grew by more than 30 percent annually....
by Global Sherpa | Apr 26, 2011 | Africa, Brazil, China, Countries, Foreign Policy, Globalization, South Africa
China hosted the third annual BRICs Summit on April 14, 2011. With South Africa joining Brazil, India, Russia and China for the first time, the event highlights China’s and other BRIC countries’ investments and growing influence on the African continent. Other...
by Global Sherpa | Apr 13, 2011 | Brazil, China, Countries, Globalization, Health, India, South Korea
Science research has grown rapidly in recent years. BRIC countries, including China, India and Brazil, and South Korea account for much of the increase in scientific publications. Despite suggestions of a major reversal in the global pecking order of science...
