Brazilian minister: Delays threaten 2014 World Cup

Brazilian minister: Delays threaten 2014 World Cup

Published Nov. 30, 2009 7:48 p.m. ET

Brazil's sports minister says bureaucracy could keep key infrastructure work from being completed in time for the 2014 World Cup.

Orlando Silva says bureaucratic delays in the construction sector could undermine the nation's ability to successfully host football's biggest showcase in five years.

Silva called for streamlined bid processes and faster approval decisions if Brazil wants to avoid the risk of not completing the necessary infrastructure in time for the competition.

Silva told the private Agencia Estado news service Monday he is especially worried about the nation's airports.

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