"Brazil's Quest for comparative Advantage"
1. Why is Brazil's agriculture so competitive? Why do its manufacturing industries lack competitiveness?
2. Why have Brazil's governments in both the 20th and 21st centuries been eager to develop world-class manufacturing?
3. How can Brazil shift some of its resources from uncompetitive industries to competitive industries?
4. On ethics: While President Rousseff's critics accuse her of ignoring Brazil's lack of comparative advantage in manufacturing, her supporters argue that her policies force Brazil to reduce its dependence on foreign-made manufacturing goods. If you were to participate in this debate, which side would you be on?