Economy: Brazil overtakes UK

[braziliangirl]

But it seems like you guys are safe, the forecast for 2020 still shows the US as the first.

The funny things is that I can still relate with the many poverty stories told by you guys about Colombia and the Philippines. I'm sure it has a lot to do with the wealth distribution. I really wish out HDI was somewhat similar to the UK.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/halahtouryalai/2011/12/26/uk-no-longer-sixth-largest-economy-the-new-number-six-wont-surprise-you/

[V_Man]

I think the weath distribution can be solved over time as long as corruption is delt with and education is a priority. The Brazilian economy could be (and should be) the world's 5th largest economy IMHO.

[Brazilophile]

I think the weath distribution can be solved over time as long as corruption is delt with and education is a priority. The Brazilian economy could be (and should be) the world's 5th largest economy IMHO.

I completely agree!  I saw a news article a few days ago about European students going to Brazil for internships.  WOW!!  Passing up the US for Brazil!!!  That says A LOT!!! 

[braziliangirl]

I think the weath distribution can be solved over time as long as corruption is delt with and education is a priority. The Brazilian economy could be (and should be) the world's 5th largest economy IMHO.

You're right V_Man. The biggest problem is the corruption. With the huge amount of taxes we pay here, I would expect to have everything taken care of for everybody. But no one knows exactly where the money goes.

[brian57]

Thats because the party moved to Brazil, so the young Euros like to party in the in spot.
NOT becasue of the quality of education and work.