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How did boosting manufacturing in the Amazon pay off for Brazil?

How did boosting manufacturing in the Amazon pay off for Brazil?
NPR Business Friday 31 July 2026, 20:28 UTC By Jeff Guo 1 min read
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Many countries talk about wanting to boost manufacturing. Decades ago, Brazil did it. They lured international businesses to build a whole bunch of factories in the middle of the Amazon.

Many countries talk about wanting to boost manufacturing. Decades ago, Brazil did it. They lured international businesses to build a whole bunch of factories in the middle of the Amazon. So, with hindsight, was the plan a success? Planet Money goes to the Amazon to find out.

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