The Intelligence from The Economist Steal girders: Brazil’s fraught coming election
Jul 18, 2022
Georgia Banjo, a Foreign correspondent for The Economist, sheds light on Brazil's tense political scene as President Jair Bolsonaro hints he may reject election results. Jeremy Page, Asia diplomatic editor, unpacks India’s evolving defense ties with Russia and the West amidst rising geopolitical tensions. Kenneth Werner, U.S. News Desk Editor, highlights an unexpected marketing twist with Asian carp as it's rebranded as 'COPI' to change public perception. This podcast offers a kaleidoscopic view of current global issues.
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Bolsonaro's Election Concerns
- Jair Bolsonaro, echoing Donald Trump, hints he might reject an election loss.
- He and his family face potential prosecution for COVID mismanagement and misuse of funds.
Bolsonaro's Strategy and Potential Dispute
- Bolsonaro's strategy involves increasing welfare spending to win votes.
- If this fails, he may dispute results, alleging fraud, similar to Trump.
India's Arms Dependence on Russia
- India, the world's largest arms importer, traditionally relies heavily on Russia.
- This dependence is decreasing as India diversifies, buying from the US, France, and Israel.