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Arthur Ituassu

Arthur Ituassu is professor of international relations at the Pontifícia Universidade Católica, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. His website is here.

Recent articles


Under one roof: a Brazilian in Goa

A journey to India's ex-Portuguese colony, enriched by an interior dialogue with the economist Amartya Sen, opens new vistas in Arthur Ituassu's mind.

Tropa de Elite: Brazil’s dark sensation

Brazil's homemade blockbuster Tropa de Elite challenges the country's political thinking to address the violent "reality" it depicts, says Arthur Ituassu.

Brazil: the moral challenge

Brazil needs a new dialogue to address the violence and inequality holding it back, says Arthur Ituassu

Welcome to politics, Brazil

President Lula's re-election is also the consolidation of Brazilian democracy. Now, says Arthur Ituassu, he must focus on managing the key contest between nationalists and liberals that will define its future.

Brazil, let's talk

The run off between Lula and Geraldo Alckmin on 29 October is an opportunity for real debate about Brazil's political future, says Arthur Ituassu.