About Brazil

Located in South America and bordering the Atlantic Ocean, Brazil gained independence in 1822 and has been on the rise socially and economically until about 2013 when the country plunged into recession - including high inflation and unemployment. Things flipped around in 2017 following the impeachment of the president Ms. Dilma Rousseff due to political scandal. Her vice president fulfilled the remainder of her term and will complete his second term in January of 2019 as president Mr. Michel Temer.

Here are some fun facts about Brazil:

• Brazil is the 6th largest state in the world, spanning approximately 8,515,770 sq/km over land and water. 
• The population production in Brazil has declined since 1960, leading to large demographic transitions and slowed population growth. 
• Brazil derived its name from the brazilwood tree which used to grow in mass quantity in the country.
• Brazil's government identifies as a federal presidential republic. 
• There are many active political parties in Brazil.
• There are 26 states and 1 federal district within the borders of Brazil. 
• Brazil's geographic coordinates are precisely 15 47 S, 47 55 W
• 4 years of residency in Brazil is required for neutralization.
• As of 2018, there are approximately 60,548 people taking refuge in Brazil from Venezuelan descent who are fleeing from the economic and political crisis in their country. 

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