Venezuela: Political System According to DISEASESLEARNING.COM, Venezuela is a federal republic with a multi-party system and 23 states. The 1999 constitution stipulates that the state is headed by a president who is elected directly by the people every 6 years. Re-election is only possible one more time. Parliament is a unicameral system. The Senate was… Read More »
Uruguay: Political System According to DISEASESLEARNING.COM, Uruguay has been a presidential republic since 1830. At the head of the state is a president who is elected directly by the people every five years and – as in the USA, for example – is also head of government. You can be re-elected as often as you… Read More »
Peru: Political System According to DISEASESLEARNING.COM, Peru is a presidential republic. At the head of the state is a president who is directly elected by the people every five years. Re-election has not been possible since 2000. Parliament is a unicameral system. It consists of the congreso. Like the President, the Congreso is elected every… Read More »
Paraguay: Political System According to DISEASESLEARNING.COM, Paraguay has been a presidential republic since 1992. “Paz y justicia” is the country’s motto and refers to the historically fought for federal statehood (unity) and the right to self-determination (freedom). See AbbreviationFinder for more information about Paraguay politics, and acronyms as well. The president is the head of… Read More »
Nicaragua: Political System According to DISEASESLEARNING.COM, Nicaragua is a presidential republic. At the head of the state is a president who is directly elected by the people every five years. You can be re-elected as often as you like. The parliament is a unicameral system with 92 seats. The executive is held by the president.… Read More »
Guyana: Political System According to DISEASESLEARNING.COM, Guyana is a presidential republic. See AbbreviationFinder for more information about Guyana politics, and acronyms as well. At the head of the state is a president who is indirectly elected every 5 years by the strongest political party in parliament. He can be re-elected as often as desired, and… Read More »
French Guiana: Political System According to topschoolsintheusa, French Guiana is part of the French state and has two seats in Parliament and the Senate. France is a presidential republic. At the head of the state is a president who is directly elected by the people. All citizens aged 18 and over have the right to… Read More »
Colombia: Political System According to DISEASESLEARNING.COM, Colombia has been a presidential republic since 1886. The 1991 constitution stipulates that the state is headed by a president who is elected directly by the people every four years. The parliament (congress) is a bicameral system. It consists of the House of Representatives and the Senate. The House… Read More »
Chile: political system According to DISEASESLEARNING.COM, the official name of the country is: República de Chile After the barbaric dictatorship of General Augusto Pinochet (born 1915), who ousted and killed the freely elected President Salvador Allende (1908-1973) by means of a coup on September 11, 1973, the country is now a democratic and stable system.… Read More »
Brazil: Political System According to DISEASESLEARNING.COM, the official name of the country is: Republica Federativa do Brasil (Federative Republic of Brazil) National anthem The Brazilian national anthem is: HINO NACIONAL DO BRASIL. The music is by Francisco Manuel da Silva (1795 – 1865) and the text by Joaquim Osório Duque Estrada (1870 – 1927). The… Read More »
Bolivia: Political System According to DISEASESLEARNING.COM, Bolivia is a presidential republic. At the head of the state is a president who is directly elected by the people every 5 years. Due to the uncertain political situation, however, only a few presidents ruled for the full term of office. The parliament is a bicameral system. It… Read More »
Argentina: Political System Tthe official name of the country is: República Argentina Republic of Argentina According to DISEASESLEARNING.COM, Argentina has been a federal, republican presidential democracy since 1994. “En Unión y Libertad” is the country’s motto and refers to the historically fought for federal statehood (unity) and the right to self-determination (freedom). See AbbreviationFinder for… Read More »
Until the end of the First World War, there were practically no transnational companies (companies from one country that operate in another), with the exception of some North American corporations. After the Second World War, around 1950, many companies expanded their areas of operation, installing themselves in different countries of the globe. With the dispersion… Read More »
There are no direct flights from Moscow to Brasilia, options with one transfer are rare. From Domodedovo, such flights are operated by the Portuguese Tap Air Portugal, sometimes in tandem with Aeroflot. Change of aircraft in Lisbon, waiting time – from 10 to 22 hours. The fastest flight with transfers in Paris and Sao Paulo… Read More »
Overview Between the Caribbean and the Amazon lies French Guiana, a country rich in lush nature with numerous protected animal species and nature reserves. A colorful mixture of different cultures lives in French Guiana. Historically, it is a land of indigenous people, exploration and slavery. French Guiana’s extraordinary history is reflected in all strata of… Read More »
Overview Guyana’s attractions range from houses built on stilts in the 19th-century capital, Georgetown, to the awe-inspiring Kaieteur Falls on the Potaro River – waterfalls five times the height of North America’s Niagara Falls. Guyana’s mix of jungle, beaches, savannah and rivers attracts adventure tourists who come to camp, hike, fish and if they are… Read More »
Overview Colombia is no longer just a country for the daring; it has emerged as one of South America’s trendiest travel destinations, despite decades of unrest. Nature in abundance – pristine mountains, coast and jungle – as well as breathtaking archaeological sites and a vibrant culture make Colombia absolutely worth seeing. Since the signing of… Read More »
Overview Paraguay is a relatively little-known landlocked country that is trying to combat its geographic and political isolation from the world through various measures and is presenting itself as increasingly accessible and hospitable internationally. The capital, Asuncion, is a clean, compact, pretty, and—by Latin American standards—relatively safe colonial city. Paraguayans are extremely polite to tourists,… Read More »
Overview An often-overlooked country, Suriname boasts beautiful tropical scenery, rare wildlife and a fascinating culture. The capital Paramaribo, which was founded in the 17th century and has colonial architecture worth seeing, is a good starting point for travelers to go on a discovery tour. But the main attraction of Suriname is its tropical rainforest, which… Read More »
Overview Deep in the south of South America lies Argentina with its enchanting landscapes: the snow-capped peaks of the Andes, the dusty plains of Patagonia to Tierra del Fuego – Tierra del Fuego. The land of endless adventure invites you to explore the verdant rainforests of Misiones, horseback ride in the sun-baked mountains of Salta,… Read More »
Overview Brazil is an alluring country of shimmering sandy beaches, tropical islands and quaint colonial cities. Its verdant rainforests are home to an incredible diversity of animal species, while its energetic metropolises are home to numerous ethnic groups. Brazil is best known for good football and music, and the passionate spirit of carnival lives in… Read More »
Overview Bolivia, a landlocked country in the Latin American Andes and a tourist hotspot, was called “Upper Peru” until Simon Bolívar led the country to independence in 1825 and it was named in his honor. Today in Bolivia you get a more authentic insight into Latin American culture than in neighboring Peru, which is heavily… Read More »
Overview The elongated, narrow Chile, which has its natural border in the east in the Andes, is not only exceptional geographically due to its shape, but also due to its terrain. Thousands of miles long, the land is shaped by arid, parched desert in the north and frigid glaciers in the south. The Andes are… Read More »
Overview Divided into two parts by the equator – one in the southern hemisphere and the other in the northern hemisphere – Ecuador is made up of three distinct geological zones: Sierra, Oriente and Costa. It seems incredible that three regions so different could fit into such a tiny country. In addition, the Galapagos Islands,… Read More »
Overview 19th-century shipwrecks and an abundance of underwater wildlife are among the many attractions that await visitors to the Falkland Islands. While best known for the 1982 conflict between Britain and Argentina, the archipelago is also a fascinating and relaxing destination. Nature lovers will find five different species of penguins here, as well as whales… Read More »
Overview Peru is an amazingly diverse country that is unparalleled as a travel destination. Magnificent mountain ranges, vast deserts, beautiful beaches and tropical rainforest, not to mention the rich history, archeology and wildlife, as well as the many indigenous tribes, make a visit to Peru absolutely worthwhile. The Inca city of Machu Picchu is one… Read More »
Overview Small, off-the-beaten-track Uruguay welcomes visitors with miles of clean beaches, vast blue skies and one of Latin America’s most cosmopolitan capitals. It’s a wonderful travel destination thanks to the high standard of living and easy hospitality of its people, but it still attracts fewer tourists than its neighbors Brazil and Argentina. There are three… Read More »
Overview Although Venezuela is best known for its oil policies and belligerent president, the South American country offers an amazing variety of landscapes and attractions as a travel destination. These include tropical beaches, extensive wetlands, mighty rivers, idyllic colonial cities, almost untouched jungle and majestic mountains. Tourists can choose from a wide range of adventure… Read More »
State University of Campinas or (UNICAMP) was officially founded on October 5, 1966, the day of laying its foundation stone. Considered by the Ministry of Education and Culture of Brazil as the best public university in the country. History In 1960, the state of São Paulo was already responsible for 40% of the country’s industrial… Read More »
National University of Tierra del Fuego, Antarctica and South Atlantic Islands. (UNTDF). National University of Argentina located in the province of Tierra del Fuego. Campus The rectory headquarters is located at Onas 450, in the city of Ushuaia and the classes are taught both in Ushuaia and in the city of Río Grande. Institutes and… Read More »