Ships from Portugal arrived on the central coast north of Rio de Janeiro in the early 16th century. Now, Brazil is the only country in South America that speaks Portuguese, and one of the ten territories that consider it as an official language worldwide.

Slavery in Brazil lasted for 300 years, and it imported some 4 million Africans to the country. Making it the last country in the Americas to abolish slavery, in 1888.

Beside the hard past, Brazilians are known or being friendly and happy. Music is a vital part of everyday life in Brazil. Its cultural richness and its abundant innovation are based on the strong and spectacular racial miscegenation evident in the culture of the country.

In the summer during Carnaval, big cities host massive parties in the streets when the sun comes down. Meeting locals and tourists in one place, dancing and laughing together with the sound of drums on a fast- paced samba.

Payroll is one of the most important processes of a company. From this operation, the final amount that a worker will receive and the amount that the company will invest in a given period is obtained.

The main remuneration benefits that the employer is obliged to pay to its workers on the occasion of the em- ployment relationship are those indicated in the Work Code, without prejudice to all those granted and agreed according to the employment contract.

The role that labor benefits play is that they are always aimed at improving the living conditions of workers.

Over the past years, the Chilean market has emerged as a great destination for businesses seeking international expansion, mainly due to its attractive business environment and economic growth. But before entering this country’s market, you must consider its key challenges and opportunities.