VOICED : Brasil: Temer autorizado a gastar mas de lo que recaude en 2016

In a critical vote, Brazil's Congress approved a reduction in the fiscal target, allowing the government to spend more than it earns this year. This decision, made under interim President Michel Temer, anticipates a fiscal deficit of $46.8 billion. While some view this as beneficial, opposition claims it gives the government unchecked power. Without approval, Temer would face severe budget constraints. This marks Brazil's third consecutive year of economic downturn, heading towards its worst recession in a century.

What was the main outcome of the vote in the Brazilian Congress?

• Introduction of new social programs

• Approval of fiscal target reduction

• Dismissal of the interim president

• Increase in taxes

What is the predicted fiscal deficit for Brazil this year?

• $46.8 billion

• $50 billion

• $60 billion

• $30 billion

How did the opposition view the fiscal target reduction?

• As giving a blank check to the government

• As a financial relief

• As a step towards economic recovery

• As a necessary measure

What would have been the consequence if the fiscal target reduction was not approved?

• Temer would have to make significant budget cuts

• Government shutdown

• Mandatory tax cuts

• Increase in public sector jobs

What economic challenge is Brazil facing according to the transcript?

• Its worst recession in a century

• Stable economic growth

• A booming economy

• A minor economic slowdown